Milano Cortina 2026: Day 6 Olympic Events to Watch

Milano Cortina 2026: Day 6 Olympic Events to Watch

 As the excitement of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics continues to build, Day 6 promises to deliver some thrilling moments across a variety of winter sports.

 With top athletes from around the world aiming for gold, February 11, 2026, will showcase some incredible feats of athleticism, precision, and speed.

Whether you're a diehard fan of skiing, snowboarding, figure skating, or ice hockey, Day 6 has a packed schedule you won’t want to miss. 

Here’s your guide to the biggest events and the athletes to watch.

🎿 Alpine Skiing: Men’s Giant Slalom - Final Run

  • Time: 10:00 AM CET
The men’s Giant Slalom competition has been one of the marquee events in Alpine Skiing, and the final run on Day 6 will see the sport’s top slalom experts battling for a chance at Olympic glory.

 Expect a showdown between Alexis Pinturault of France and Marco Odermatt of Switzerland, both of whom have been dominant in the discipline in recent seasons.

The course will test both speed and technical precision, and fans can expect intense competition as the athletes race against the clock to secure their place on the podium.

🏒 Ice Hockey: Women’s Preliminary Round – USA vs. Canada

One of the most storied rivalries in Olympic ice hockey continues on Day 6 as USA takes on Canada in the women’s preliminary round. 

These two teams have consistently dominated women’s ice hockey for decades, and their games are always must-watch.

The likes of Hilary Knight (USA) and Marie-Philip Poulin (Canada) will look to make a statement on the ice as they aim for top spots in the tournament. 

Expect a fast-paced, hard-hitting affair with plenty of scoring chances.

⛸️ Figure Skating: Women’s Short Program

  • Time: 6:00 PM CET
  • Location: Palasport Olimpico
The Women’s Short Program in figure skating is always a highlight of the Winter Games. Kamila Valieva (ROC) will be a favorite to take the lead, as she has been one of the most dominant skaters in recent years. 

However, challengers like Anna Shcherbakova (ROC), Alysa Liu (USA), and Kaori Sakamoto (JPN) will push the competition to the limit with their impeccable jumps and artistry.

This event will showcase incredible spins, jumps, and choreography as the athletes prepare for the long program in the days to follow.

🏂 Snowboarding: Men’s Halfpipe – Qualifiers

In one of the most thrilling events of the Winter Olympics, the men’s Halfpipe qualifiers will take place at Lago di Garda.

 Expect high-flying, gravity-defying tricks as top athletes like Chase Josey (USA), Yuto Totsuka (JPN), and Scotty James (AUS) aim to secure their spot in the finals.

The halfpipe competition has a reputation for unpredictability, and it’s sure to deliver plenty of jaw-dropping moments as riders show off their skills in the icy bowl.

🥌 Curling: Mixed Doubles Round-Robin

  • Time: 4:30 PM CET
  • Location: Palasport Olimpico
Curling fans will be on the edge of their seats as the Mixed Doubles Round-Robin continues on Day 6. 

The mixed doubles format, with teams of two players, creates an exciting combination of strategy and skill.

Look out for powerhouse teams like Canada’s Rachel Homan and John Morris, and Sweden’s Sara McManus and Oskar Eriksson, as they aim for crucial victories in the round-robin stage.

🏂 Snowboard Cross: Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals

  • Time: 12:00 PM CET
  • Location: Lago di Garda
The Snowboard Cross event is a high-speed, adrenaline-pumping race as athletes navigate a series of jumps, bumps, and banked turns.

 The men’s and women’s quarterfinals will see athletes like Eva Samkova (CZE) and Sébastien Toussaint (CAN) battling for spots in the semifinals. 

The mix of tactics, speed, and balance makes this event one of the most exciting in the Winter Olympics.

Milano Cortina 2026: Day 6 Olympic events to watch, full schedule

Looking Ahead to Day 7

After a thrilling Day 6, keep your eyes peeled for the Men’s Biathlon and Women’s Ice Hockey Semifinals on Day 7.

 The Olympics are heating up as athletes push themselves toward their dream of Olympic gold!