Five Must-See Events Still to Come: From Figure Skating Finals to the Men's 50km
Klaebo's historic sixth gold attempt, the hockey rivalry final, and a biathlon sister act — here's what to watch in week two.
MILANO CORTINA, Italy – The first week of the 2026 Winter Olympics has been thrilling. But the second week promises even more drama. Here are five events you cannot miss.
1. WOMEN'S FIGURE SKATING FINAL — FEB 16, 21:00 CET
Defending champion Kaori Sakamoto (JPN) faces Isabeau Levito (USA) and a resurgent Anna Shcherbakova (neutral). Sakamoto landed a quadruple toe loop in practice — something she has never done in competition. If she lands it clean, gold is hers.
2. MEN'S 50KM CROSS-COUNTRY — FEB 14, 15:00 CET
Johannes H. Klaebo (NOR) goes for his sixth gold of these Games. No athlete has ever won six golds at a single Winter Olympics. The 50km is his toughest test — he has never won it at a major championship. Can he finish the sweep?
3. MEN'S HOCKEY GOLD MEDAL GAME — FEB 19, 20:15 CET
The United States (seeking first gold since 1980) vs. Canada (seeking fifth gold in six Games). All projections point to this rivalry final. If it happens, expect record viewership.
4. MIXED TEAM ALPINE PARALLEL — FEB 17, 18:00 CET
Nations compete head-to-head in a bracket. Italy (home crowd) has a strong team led by Sofia Goggia. Switzerland (with Marco Odermatt) is the favorite. Fast, chaotic, and always produces upsets.
5. WOMEN'S BIATHLON MASS START — FEB 18, 14:30 CET
The Carrera sisters (ITA) — Elisa and Martina — will race against each other for gold. After their 1-2 finish in the 12.5km individual, they are the story of the biathlon venue. Can they repeat? Or will Sweden's Hanna Öberg spoil the sister act?
HONORABLE MENTION
Men's curling final (Feb 20): Sweden's Per Carlsson (age 50) aims to become the oldest Winter Olympic gold medalist in history.
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