Ilia Malinin, the 21-year-old American figure skater, is the heavy favorite to win gold at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, which officially began with a vibrant opening ceremony featuring Mariah Carey, according to Vox. The ceremony, held at Milan's San Siro Stadium, included the Parade of Nations with over 2,900 athletes from 92 countries, including a large U.S. presence, as reported by CBS News.
The opening ceremony showcased a blend of sport, fashion, and national heritage, with Carey performing entirely in Italian for the first time, singing "Volare" to highlight the event's theme of harmony, according to Variety. The ceremony also included the formation of the Olympic rings and performances by other artists.
Malinin, dubbed the "quad god," is on track to make Olympic history, according to Vox. The games also feature cross-country skier Jessie Diggins' preparations, as reported by Time.
The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics are underway, with athletes from around the globe preparing to compete. The games are set to be a showcase of athletic achievement and cultural celebration.
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