Olympic Winter Games: Olympia 2026: All Alpine Skiing Competitions on Schedule
The article provides an overview of the Alpine skiing competition schedule for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, highlighting key dates, venues, and favorite athletes.
The 2026 Winter Olympics officially commenced on February 6 at the San Siro Stadium in Milan. The article details the schedule of events for the Alpine skiing competitions, outlining the various races in which athletes will compete for medals. Notably, the number of competitions has been reduced from previous games due to the removal of the mixed-team event by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). This year, the Alpine skiing events will consist of ten competitions.
Among the changes introduced, both men and women will have their own team events in the combination category, allowing nations to field specialists for downhill and slalom events separately rather than relying on a single athlete for both. Key dates of the competitions have been highlighted, with the opening races including the Men's Downhill on February 7, won by Swiss athlete Franjo von Allmen, and the Women's Downhill on February 8, secured by Breezy Johnson from the USA. Team combination races are also scheduled, featuring competitions for both male and female teams.
This structured approach aims to increase the excitement and competitiveness of the events, aligning with the IOC's objective of enhancing gender equality in the Olympic framework. The changes reflect the ongoing evolution of winter sports within the Olympic context and demonstrate an effort to attract a diverse audience while fostering competition among top athletes from around the world.