Olympics: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Italian biathlete Passler suspended for Olympics

Italian biathlete Rebecca Passler tested positive for doping and was provisionally suspended Monday from competing in her hometown at the Milan Cortina Olympics.

Olympics News / ESPN / February 2

'I don't know of any other player like Murph': What makes Abbey Murphy one of the most exciting players in women's hockey

From highlight-reel assists and goals to penalties and physical play, there is no one quite like USA and Minnesota star Murphy.

Olympics News / ESPN / February 2

Africa at the Winter Olympics - There more for the vibes than the medals

South Africa are set to be the best-represented African country at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics (Feb. 6-22), with five athletes expected to participate among a total 13 from the continent.

Olympics News / ESPN / February 1

Everything to know about Australia at the 2026 Winter Olympics

Who are the Aussies to keep an eye on? How can we watch them in Australia? When does it start? How many gold medals have Australia won? We've answered every question about the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina.

Olympics News / ESPN / February 1

IOC prez: ICE, Epstein 'sad' pre-Olympics stories

With the opening ceremony of the Milan Cortina Winter Games set for Friday, IOC president Kirsty Coventry said American storylines of ICE and the Epstein files have been "sad" distractions.

Olympics News / PDubHockey / January 31

Nelli Laitinen backs Finland’s medal push that might even upset Olympic favorites

Nelli Laitinen has seen what Finland can do on hockey’s biggest stage. The defender helped her country grab bronze at the 2022 Olympics, chipping in seven points across seven games.

Olympics News / ESPN / January 31

Blanc gets home win in last super-G before Milan

Swiss skier Malorie Blanc won the last women's World Cup race before the Milan Cortina Olympics. Lindsey Vonn sat out the super-G a day after hurting her left knee in a downhill crash.

Olympics News / ESPN / January 30

Sliders file appeals for spots at Milan Olympics

U.S. bobsledder Kris Horn is asking the sport's governing body to grant him a spot at the Milan Cortina Games, while Irish luge athlete Elsa Desmond and U.S.

Olympics News / Daily Faceoff / January 30

2026 Olympic Women’s Hockey Preview: Japan

A country with a long history of women’s hockey is hoping for another good showing on sport’s biggest stage. While a medal in a major international tournament has eluded Japan for the better part of 40 years, the country has always managed to stay competitive in the top division for close to a decade.

Lindsey Vonn News / Field Level Media / January 30

Lindsey Vonn crashes, limps away at final pre-Olympics run

Lindsey Vonn crashed on Friday during the final downhill race before the Milan Cortina Olympics, injuring her left knee exactly one week before the opening of the Winter Games.

Olympics News / Daily Faceoff / January 29

Top NHL prospects to watch at the 2026 Winter Olympics

The 2026 Winter Olympics will feature best-on-best competition for the first time since 2014 – so people are rightfully excited. But for the diehards, this event also offers an opportunity for some notable prospects to prove themselves on the world stage.

NHL News / Yardbarker / January 28

Eight NHL players to watch at the upcoming Winter Olympics

12 total teams will play in the men's hockey tournament, with nearly 150 NHLers invited and several more NHL-affiliated players joining. Who should you keep an eye on?

Ondrej Palat's goal in Islanders debut keys win over Rangers

Rangers sit Artemi Panarin for roster-related reasons amid trade buzz

Craig Berube had a pointed message for the Leafs after their loss to Sabres

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Why the NHL is ripe for a big change-of-scenery trade

Olympics News / Field Level Media / January 27

ICE agents to serve diplomat security role at Milan Cortina Olympics

Following reports that the United States' Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) would have a presence at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, the Department of Homeland Security confirmed some ICE agents would be in Italy for diplomatic security.

Olympics News / Field Level Media / January 24

Mikaela Shiffrin earns first giant slalom podium in two years

Mikaela Shiffrin reached the podium at a World Cup giant slalom on Saturday for the first time in two years, coming in third place at the final event in the discipline ahead of Milan Cortina Olympics next month.

Olympics News / Entertainment on ClutchPoints / January 23

Heated Rivalry fever gets stars torch bearer duties

The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina are right around the corner. Aside from the talk about the skating rink, there is at least confirmation about

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Olympics News / Yardbarker / January 22

Female veterans anchor U.S. Olympic ski and snowboard team

The United States Ski and Snowboard roster for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games is set.

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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 20

Sweden's Leo Carlsson, Jonas Brodin expected to miss Olympics

With 22 days left before the men’s hockey tournament kicks off at the 2026 Winter Olympics, Team Sweden has been hit with a double-whammy of bad injury news.

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Olympics News / The Hockey Writers / January 20

Switzerland Women’s Olympic Hockey: 3 Players to Watch

The start of the 2026 Winter Olympic Games is less than a month away, and excitement is mounting for the exciting, fast-paced, and competitive ice hockey tournaments.

Olympics News / Yardbarker / January 13

U.S. figure skaters to know as Winter Olympics in Italy loom

The 2026 Winter Olympics are nearly upon us. The world of winter sports will descend on Italy’s Milan–Cortina region on Feb. 6, 2026, for the 25th Winter Olympic Games.

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Olympics News / The Hockey Writers / January 12

Guide to the 2026 Winter Olympics Women’s Hockey Tournament

The Olympics make for the biggest international tournament, and throughout the years, there have been some magical moments. Women’s Olympic hockey has been growing rapidly since its Olympic debut in 1998.

Olympics News / The Hockey Writers / January 12

Sweden Announces 2026 Women’s Olympics Roster

On Monday, Jan. 12, Sweden announced their women’s roster ahead of the 2026 Olympics. They are set to begin in just under a month in Milan, Italy. Sweden’s roster is comprised of players from all over, a mix of Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) players, NCAA players, and international players.

Olympics News / Field Level Media / January 11