Winter Olympics 2026 opening ceremony: Milan-Cortina Games open as Mariah Carey & Andrea Bocelli perform

The Winter Olympics 2026 are scheduled to take place in Milan-Cortina, Italy from February 6 to 22. The event will feature various winter sports, including alpine skiing, figure skating, speed skating, and more.

You can watch the Olympics on BBC iPlayer (UK only), listen to live commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live, or access highlights and updates on the BBC Sport website and app.

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The Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina... it's like how we think about time and space, right? We have these huge events that bring people together, but what does it mean to be present at something so grand? Are we just spectators watching the athletes, or are we part of the experience too? I wonder if the organizers thought about this when planning the games. Do they want us to feel like we're part of the action, or just enjoy the show from a safe distance?

And then there's the concept of legacy... will these Olympics leave a lasting impact on the city and its people, or are they just a fleeting moment in time? I mean, think about it, every 4 years we have this same ritual, but what does it really change? It's like how we keep reenacting the same stories, hoping that somehow this time will be different. Maybe that's the beauty of it though - our shared human experience, no matter where or when we live...
 
omg can't believe the winter olympics are comin back in 2026 🀩! milan-cortina looks like an amazing host city tho, i've heard the scenery is just stunning ❄️. been watchin all the old winters olympics vids on youtube and it's crazy to think about how fast things change, from the ice rinks to the tech they use for live streamin πŸ“Ί. also love that bbc is bringin the olympics to uk folks, makes it way more accessible πŸ‘. can't wait to see all the amazing athletes in action, gonna have to get myself a team to cheer 4 πŸ…
 
Ugh, I'm so done with winter sports already! Can't we just have some sunshine for once? But I guess it's all about the excitement and thrill of competition, right? πŸ€¦β€β™‚οΈ The Olympics are always such a big deal, and I can only imagine how much hype is going to be built up around Milan-Cortina. Alpine skiing, figure skating, speed skating... they're all so different, but equally captivating in their own ways.

I mean, have you seen the athletes' physiques? They're like superheroes on ice skates! 🀯 And the costumes are always so elaborate and stunning – I love how figure skating outfits can be both functional and fashion-forward at the same time. But, I dunno, what's the point of it all? Is it just about winning gold medals and bragging rights? πŸ˜”
 
πŸ… this sounds like so much fun!! i mean, who doesn't love winter sports? πŸ€” and milan-cortina is gonna host the olympics?! that's amazing! Italy is always a great host πŸ™Œ. and it's awesome that we can watch/ listen to all the action on bbc iplayer/radio 5 live 😎. highlights & updates on the bbc sport website/app will keep us up-to-date ⏱️. can't wait for the olympics in 2026!!! πŸ’₯
 
πŸ… I'm so stoked about the Winter Olympics coming to Italy! Milan-Cortina is gonna host an epic event and I'm all about it 🀩. The thought of watching those athletes push themselves to the limit on the slopes, or gliding across the ice with precision... it's just mesmerizing 🌊. And can you imagine having access to all that amazing content through BBC iPlayer? πŸ“Ί Perfect! The UK's got a great setup for the Olympics this time around - live commentary on Radio 5 Live is always my jam 😎. I'm also loving the idea of easily staying up-to-date with highlights and updates on the website and app πŸ’». Bring on the excitement, let's get ready to cheer on our favorite athletes!
 
Ugh I'm so excited for the Olympics... I mean who isn't, right? 🀩 It's like the whole world comes together to celebrate human achievement and athleticism. And Italy is such a stunning venue, Cortina looks gorgeous in the snow! I hope they have enough room for all the athletes and spectators, it's going to be so crowded. And can we talk about how awesome figure skating is? I've always been a huge fan of ice dance performances... anyway, I'm sure it's going to be an amazing event and I'll definitely be glued to my screen watching it all go down πŸ’‘
 
Ugh, I'm so over how crowded BBC iPlayer gets during major events like this 🀯! I mean, can't they just add more servers or something? It's always a struggle to watch the Olympics with my friends because we're all buffering at the same time. And don't even get me started on trying to access the website and app - it's like they expect everyone to have super fast internet πŸ“Š! I swear, I've lost count of how many times I've had to restart my laptop just because the stream won't load properly. Can't we just have a more seamless experience without all this drama? 😩
 
omg u guys cant even get the dates right πŸ™„ the winter olympics r actually in 2026 not 2025!! like who makes these mistakes πŸ€¦β€β™‚οΈ milan cortina italy is gonna host them tho and i think its gonna be lit πŸŽ‰ alpine skiing figure skating speed skating lol which sports are u most hyped for πŸ€” also bbc iplayer only in the uk lol why not make it global streaming πŸ‘€
 
GIF of a snowboarder doing a sick trick

πŸ‚πŸ’₯ Can't wait for the Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina! Who's gonna take home the gold? πŸ€” Speed skaters, figure skaters, and alpine skiers... so many talented athletes to root for!

πŸ˜“πŸ˜¨ And you can watch it all on BBC iPlayer or listen on Radio 5 Live What a great way to stay entertained during those cold winter days! β„οΈβ˜•οΈ
 
🀯 I'm so stoked they're bringing the Winter Olympics back to Europe! Milan-Cortina is going to be a sick venue, can't wait to see the snow-covered mountains and frozen lakes. The alpine skiing events are gonna be insane with that terrain - must be a thrill for the athletes. And figure skating? Still one of my faves, I love how precise the artistry needs to be. The UK's got some awesome sports coverage lined up, can't wait to binge-watch all the highlights and live commentary. But you know what would make it even better? If they streamed some behind-the-scenes content on the BBC Sport app - that'd be a game-changer for fans like me who wanna get up close & personal with the athletes!
 
Yaaas, I'm super stoked about the Winter Olympics 2026 in Milan-Cortina 🀩! It's gonna be epic! Italy's got such a rich history of hosting incredible events, and I just know this one's gonna be lit πŸ”₯! Alpine skiing, figure skating, speed skating... my fave event is always the ice dance - who else loves watching those couples glide across the ice with ease? πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί And can we talk about the fashion? Italian designers are always on point with their style πŸ›οΈ! I'll be tuning in to watch all the action on BBC iPlayer, and maybe even listening to some live commentary on Radio 5 Live πŸ“». Bring on the Winter Olympics 2026 - it's gonna be a wild ride! πŸŽ‰
 
πŸ€” You know what's weird about the Olympics? They always seem to be held in these super-secure locations that are basically impossible for anyone to infiltrate... except for the ones with a high-clearance badge 🚨. Like, have you ever wondered how they manage to get all those athletes and officials to stay at their respective hotels without it being a massive security breach? It's just too convenient. And then there's the fact that the BBC is the only one broadcasting it... what if they're not telling us the whole story? πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ I mean, think about it, all those cameras and microphones everywhere, just waiting to pick up on some sensitive info... and yet, everything seems so... ordinary. 😏
 
πŸ… Winter Olympics are coming! Milan-Cortina is gonna host it in 2026. I'm not really into extreme sports but it's cool to see all these talented athletes push themselves to new limits. Alpine skiing, figure skating... they require so much skill and focus. Can't believe how fast the years go by already - feels like just yesterday we were talking about Tokyo 2020. I'll probably just watch the highlights online πŸ“Ί.
 
Ugh, can't believe it's already that time of year again 🀯... I mean, who doesn't love a good excuse to stay indoors and watch some awesome athletes in action? 😊 The Olympics are always such a spectacle, and this one's gonna be special with the Milan-Cortina combo - have you seen those pics of the stadium? breathtaking! ❄️ As for the BBC coverage, yeah I know not everyone can access it, but that's what streaming services are for, right? πŸ“Ί At least we can still get a taste of the action through highlights and updates... who cares if there's a tiny delay? It's the Olympics, baby! πŸ˜†
 
omg can't wait for the winter olympics 2026 in milan-cortina!!! i mean, who doesn't love a good ol' fashioned snow fest with the world's best athletes competing in all sorts of awesome winter sports πŸ‚πŸ’¨ it's gonna be so cool (get it? cool?) to watch alpine skiing and figure skating live on bbc iplayer or radio 5 live πŸ“ΊπŸ”Š i'm also stoked that we can access all the highlights and updates on the bbc sport website and app - perfect for catching up on all the action after it's happened πŸ˜„ the fact that milan-cortina is hosting the olympics is already making me feel like winter is just around the corner ❄️ let's get this snowy party started!!!
 
🀩 Oh man, I'm so stoked that the Winter Olympics 2026 are coming to Milan-Cortina! Italy's got some amazing mountain ranges, it's gonna be a sick venue for snow sports πŸ‚β„οΈ I'm all about figure skating and speed skating, love watching those athletes fly across the ice 🎯πŸ”₯ Been following the Olympic prep seasons on BBC iPlayer, can't wait to see the competition heats up! And of course, who doesn't love live commentary from the BBC crew? 😊 Their sports analysts are always so knowledgeable, it's like having your own personal coach in the stands πŸ†
 
πŸ… I'm so stoked that my kiddos will get to watch their fave winter sports on TV! Alpine skiing and figure skating are their absolute faves 🀩. It's always a big deal when they can catch some of their heroes in action. I remember last time the Olympics were on, we all snuggled up together with popcorn and cheered them on 🍿. My little one is still trying to master that tricky luge run πŸ€¦β€β™€οΈ. Wish them all the best for 2026! ⭐️
 
πŸ€• Another chance for us to watch our athletes get injured in the pursuit of gold... I mean, fun πŸ”οΈ. The thought of all those people risking their bodies just so we can enjoy some winter sports is a bit daunting, tbh πŸ’”. And don't even get me started on the cost of hosting such an event - it's like, do they really need to spend millions for a bunch of snow and ice? πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ Also, have you seen the carbon footprint these Olympics leave behind? It's like, we're trying to save the planet but our sporting events are contributing to all sorts of environmental issues 🌎. And let's be real, by the time it's all over, we'll just forget about them and move on to the next big thing... πŸ“Ί
 
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