Feb 21 β€’ 04:58 UTC πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ Germany FAZ

Schedule and Highlights: This Saturday at the 2026 Olympics

The penultimate day of the 2026 Winter Olympics will feature ten decisive events, with German athletes aiming for medals, particularly in bobsleigh, alongside a traditional figure skating gala.

On the second-to-last day of the 2026 Winter Olympics, a busy lineup awaits with ten significant events scheduled to unfold throughout the day. German participants are still in contention for medals, especially in the bobsleigh category, which has become a stronghold for the nation's winter sports prowess. As fans anticipate the outcomes, the day's competition will begin at 10 AM and extend until approximately 11:35 PM, showcasing a variety of winter sports disciplines that attract international audiences.

Among the highlighted events is the men's cross-country skiing mass start over 50 kilometers, commencing at 11 AM. Notably, expectations from the German team are tempered as favorites for this event are largely drawn from other nations. The Olympic debut of mixed ski mountaineering, scheduled for 1:30 PM, also presents an opportunity for competitors Finn HΓΆsch and Tatjana Paller, who finished fourth in their sprint, to aspire for a podium finish, adding a competitive spirit to the day. Participants will also engage in men's ski-freestyle events including the skicross, with qualification rounds kicking off at 10 AM, leading to knockout rounds culminating in the finals at 1:10 PM.

This penultimate day not only heightens the competitive atmosphere among athletes but also cultivates enthusiasm among spectators who will witness the culmination of the 2026 Winter Olympics' thrilling events. The day is set to conclude with a traditional figure skating gala, offering a splendid entertainment option following intense competitions and serving as a nostalgic celebration of the games' spirit. As German broadcasters ARD and Eurosport cover these events, local fan engagement remains strong, showcasing the nation's collective hopes for medal achievements on the final stretch of the Olympics.

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