Today at 19:25 ETV2 and ERR's sports portal will broadcast live from the Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina, featuring men's speed skaters racing the 1000 meters. Commentators Helar Osila and Tuuli Vaher will be on hand to cover the event, with reporter Maarja Värv providing updates. Marten Liiv, competing in the Olympics for the third time, is prioritizing the 1000-meter event in Milan, where he set a record for Estonia at 1:06.73 in November of last year.

In the 1000-meter race, a total of 15 pairs will compete, with Liiv stepping onto the ice last, alongside Polish skater Damian Zurek. The event's favorite is American Jordan Stolz, a two-time world champion and the fastest man in history at this distance, having clocked an impressive time of 1:05.37. The competition will be intense as Liiv aims to improve on his performance from the Beijing Olympics where he finished in seventh place, while Stolz earned gold during that event.

As the Winter Olympics continue, the spotlight will be on Liiv as he strives to make his mark in speed skating, a sport that has garnered significant attention in Estonia. His participation in this prestigious event not only highlights his personal achievements but also brings national pride to Estonia, as he represents his country on the global stage set in Milano Cortina.