Schedule and Highlights: What Olympia 2026 Brings This Wednesday
The twelfth competition day of the 2026 Winter Olympics will feature key events in skiing, biathlon, and ice hockey, with German athletes competing for medals.
The twelfth competition day of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy is highlighted by a packed schedule that includes events in alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, biathlon, freestyle skiing, and snowboarding. German competitors are particularly anticipated to make a mark this day, especially in events like the women's slalom and the men's ice hockey semifinals. An important aspect of the day's schedule is the balance between numerous competitions and the time allocated for each, starting early at 9:05 AM and concluding around 11:40 PM.
Among the notable events, the women's slalom is expected to draw significant attention, featuring German athletes Lena DΓΌrr and Emma Aicher competing against favorites like Mikaela Shiffrin. In addition, the cross-country sprint relays will see German competitors Laura Gimmler and Coletta Rydzek for the women and Jakob Moch and Jan StΓΆlben for the men, adding to the excitement of the day as they aim for medals during the finals.
As the competition intensifies, the day will also spotlight the fortunes of the German biathlon team, with athletes looking to excel in the women's relay. The culmination of these events holds the potential to change the medal counts and showcase the prowess of athletes across various disciplines. With extensive coverage by ZDF and Eurosport, fans are poised for a thrilling day of Olympic sports during this year's Winter Games.