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2026 Winter Olympics: What to watch with one year to go


Published on 2025-02-06 11:05:27 - ESPN
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  • Winter Olympics a year away, Chloe Kim and Mikaela Shiffrin are aiming for history, while Lindsey Vonn and Lolo Jones eye comebacks.

The article from ESPN discusses the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy, focusing on several key American athletes expected to compete. Lindsey Vonn, a retired skiing legend, shares her insights on the future of skiing, particularly highlighting Mikaela Shiffrin, who is poised to continue her dominance in alpine skiing after a record-breaking season. Snowboarder Chloe Kim, who has already won two Olympic gold medals, is set to defend her title in the halfpipe, with expectations high for her performance. Additionally, the article introduces Ilia Malinin, a young figure skater known for landing the first quadruple Axel in competition, who is anticipated to make a significant impact in the figure skating events. The piece also touches on the broader context of the Olympics, including the challenges and preparations for the games amidst global changes and the evolving landscape of winter sports.

Read the Full ESPN Article at:
[ https://www.espn.com/olympics/story/_/id/43692146/2026-winter-olympics-lindsey-vonn-mikaela-shiffrin-chloe-kim-ilia-malinin ]
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