Winter Olympics 2026 closes after setting ‘a new standard for future’

Italy’s record medal haul crowns Milano Cortina Winter Olympics as Verona hosts a music-filled farewell.

23 Feb, 09:40 — 23 Feb, 10:26

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Why this matters

The Winter Olympics is a quadrennial international multi-sport event that brings together athletes globally to compete in various winter disciplines. Hosting the Olympics is a prestigious and complex undertaking, often involving significant investment in infrastructure and showcasing a nation's organizational capabilities and cultural heritage. The Milano Cortina 2026 Games are noted for setting a "new standard for future" events, highlighting their impact on the evolution of the Olympic movement.

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Key entities

Milano CortinaHost cities of the 2026 Winter Olympics ItalyHost nation of the 2026 Winter Olympics Niina PetrõkinaEstonian figure skater and flag-bearer Marten LiivEstonian speed skater and flag-bearer EstoniaParticipating nation VeronaCity hosting the closing ceremony farewell

Coverage Timeline

First report: Al Jazeera · 23 Feb, 09:40|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 46m|Window: 46m

Al Jazeera23 Feb, 09:40First to report