Milano Cortina Winter Olympics 2026 Day 01: Schedule, TV Live Streaming, Medal Events, Stars Marco Odermatt & Ilia Malinin and others in action

The wait is finally over. The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics have officially begun, bringing the world’s greatest winter athletes to Italy for two weeks of high-octane competition, breathtaking venues, and unforgettable sporting drama.

Following a glittering opening ceremony in Milan, the Games move into full competitive mode on Saturday, February 7. On day 1 of the event, fans will witness the first medal events of the Olympics, featuring a mix of traditional powerhouses and rising global stars.

From the icy slopes of Cortina d’Ampezzo to the state-of-the-art arenas of Milan, the opening day promises speed, precision, and raw athletic brilliance. Alpine skiing, snowboarding, ski jumping, speed skating, and more will all take center stage as athletes chase their first taste of Olympic glory.

Headlined by global icons like Swiss skiing sensation Marco Odermatt and American figure skating phenom Ilia Malinin, day 1 offers a perfect preview of the excitement to come at the 2026 Games.

Here’s everything you need to know about the schedule, medal events, how to watch live, and the biggest stars to follow.

Schedule of Day 1 at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics 2026 

Here is the schedule of day 1 of the 2026 Winter Olympics, which features several competitions, including medal and non-medal events.

Day 1 schedule (February 7)

1. Curling – Mixed Doubles Round Robin Session 7 – Sheet C – 14:35 – Great Britain vs Canada
2. Curling- Mixed Doubles Round Robin Session 7 – Switzerland vs Sweden – 14:35
3. Freestyle skiing – Women’s Freeski Slopestyle qualification – 15:00
4. Alpine Skiing – Women’s Downhill 3rd Official Training – 16:00
5. Alpine Skiing – Men’s Downhill – 16:00
6. Ice Hockey – Women’s Prelim Round – Germany vs Japan – 16:40
7. Cross-Country Skiing – Women’s 10km+10km Skiathlon – 17:30
8. Luge – Women’s Singles Official Training – 18:00
9. Freestyle Skiing – Men’s Freeski Slopestyle Qualification – 18:30
10. Curling – Mixed Doubles Round Robin Session 8 – Estonia vs. Norway – 19:05
11. Curling – Mixed Doubles Round Robin Session 8 – Korea vs Czechia – 19:05
12. Curling – Mixed Doubles Round Robin Session 8 – Sweden vs Italy – 19:05
13. Curling – Mixed Doubles Round Robin Session 8 – Great Britain vs USA – 19:05
14. Ice Hockey – Women’s Prelim Round – Sweden vs Italy – 19:10
15. Speed Skating – Women’s 3000m – 20:30
16. Ice Hockey – Women’s Prelim Round – USA vs. Finland – 21:10

Medal events of the 2026 Winter Olympics 

The first day of the Winter Olympics will see medals awarded in five major events:

1. Alpine Skiing – Men’s downhill – 11:30 (CET)
2. Cross-country Skiing – Women’s 10km + 10km skiathlon – 13:00 (CET)
3. Speed skating – Women’s 3000m – 16:00 (CET)
4. Ski Jumping – Women’s NG individual – Final round – 19:57 (CET)
5. Snowboard – Men’s snowboarding big air final – 19:30 (CET)

Medal events of the 2026 Winter Olympics 

The first day of the Winter Olympics will see medals awarded in five major events:

1. Alpine Skiing – Men’s downhill – 11:30 (CET)
2. Cross-country Skiing – Women’s 10km + 10km skiathlon – 13:00 (CET)
3. Speed skating – Women’s 3000m – 16:00 (CET)
4. Ski Jumping – Women’s NG individual – Final round – 19:57 (CET)
5. Snowboard – Men’s snowboarding big air final – 19:30 (CET)

How to watch the 2026 Winter Olympics live?

Fans can now watch the Winter Olympics on several channels according to their region. Let’s have a look at the channels that will live stream the events.

USA 

Broadcaster – NBC Universal

Live coverage across NBC, USA Network, and Olympic Channel. Streaming is available on Peacock, NBC Olympics.com, and the NBC Sports App.

Europe 

Italy – RAI
UK – BBC & Eurosport
Europe-wide – Eurosport/Discovery+

Canada – CBC

India – Jio Hotstar.

Athletes to watch on Day 1 

The opening day is loaded with global superstars across multiple disciplines. Here are the biggest names to keep an eye on:

Marco Odermatt 

The Swiss Alpine skier Marco Odermatt, the reigning overall World Cup champion, is the overwhelming favorite in the men’s downhill. Known for his power and flawless technique, Odermatt begins his quest to cement himself as an Olympic legend. He has already nabbed a gold medal in the Giant Slalom race in the 2022 Beijing Olympics.

Ilia Malinin 

Ilia Malinin, an American figure skater who is dubbed the ‘Quad God,’ is the face of modern men’s figure skating. His revolutionary jumps make him a must-watch performer in the team event as the US chases early medals. With his impressive skills, he secured the title of the 2024 and 2025 World Champion and is also the first skater in history to land a quadruple Axel in competition.

Marcus Kleveland 

Kleveland, who is representing Norway in the Snowboard Big Air, is one of the most creative riders in the world. He enters the finals as a top contender capable of pulling off jaw-dropping tricks. The Norwegian is an X Games Big Air Gold Medalist and is also a multiple-time World Cup winner.

Jessie Diggins 

The American cross-country skiing superstar will be among the favorites in the women’s skiathlon. Known for her grit and finishing speed, she is expected to deliver a staunch performance at the 2026 Winter Olympics. She has won three Olympic medals in her career so far, including one gold in the 2018 PyeongChang in the women’s team sprint and a silver and a bronze in the 2022 Beijing Games in the women’s 30km freestyle and women’s sprint freestyle, respectively.

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