Winter Olympics 2026: Milan prepares for opening ceremony, Team GB sweat on helmet appeal – live

• Milano Cortina Games to be opened on Friday evening• Schedule | Results | Medal table | Briefing | Get in touchLindsey Vonn inspected the Olympic downhill course with other racers early this morning as she prepared to take part in the opening training session despite tearing the ACL in her left knee a week ago.The 41-year-old Vonn is planning to compete at the Milan Cortina Games with a large brace covering her injured knee. Continue reading...


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