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The U.S. men's hockey team ended a 46-year gold medal drought with a thrilling 2-1 overtime victory against Canada at the Milan Cortina Olympics. Jack Hughes scored the game-winner that brought America its first Olympic hockey gold since the legendary 1980 team.
Brothers Jack and Quinn Hughes both won Olympic gold medals in hockey at the Milan Cortina Olympics, making their parents' decades of early morning drives and rink-side support worth every moment. Their proud parents joined TODAY to celebrate both sons' victories and the USA women's hockey team's gold medal win.
Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn nearly lost her left leg after a crash at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics led to a life-threatening condition called compartment syndrome. Emergency surgery by her team doctor, who happened to be there because of a previous injury, saved her leg and possibly her life.
After 16 thrilling days in Milan Cortina, the 2026 Winter Olympics delivered unforgettable moments of triumph, including Team USA's dramatic overtime hockey victories and Jordan Stolz's record-breaking performances. From first-time champions to legendary comebacks, these Games reminded the world why the Olympics inspire hope.
Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn responded to critics who said she didn't deserve her Team USA spot, reminding them she earned it by dominating World Cup events all season. Despite a devastating injury during the Milan Cortina Olympics, the 41-year-old athlete with a partial knee replacement proved age is just a number.
The Milan Cortina Winter Olympics wrapped up Sunday with a spectacular closing ceremony in Verona's ancient Arena, passing the torch to France for 2030. After 17 days of competition across the most spread-out Winter Games ever, athletes celebrated Italian culture before the French Alps begin their Olympic journey.
Italy just crushed its own Winter Olympics record, bringing home 30 medals at the 2026 Games held across its stunning mountain cities. The most spread-out Winter Games in history wrapped up with a celebration of Italian culture as France prepares to host in 2030.
The United States men's hockey team defeated Canada 2-1 in overtime at the 2026 Winter Games, claiming their first Olympic gold medal since 1980. Jack Hughes scored the winning goal just 1:41 into sudden-death overtime in Milan Cortina.
Italy crushed its all-time Winter Olympics medal count at the 2026 Milan Cortina Games, winning 30 medals and setting a new standard for future Winter Games. The historic Games concluded with an intimate celebration in Verona's ancient Arena as the torch passed to France for 2030.
Kaillie Humphries and Jasmine Jones brought home bronze for Team USA in the two-woman bobsled, even setting a track record along the way. It's Humphries' second medal of these Winter Games, proving why she's one of bobsled's greatest champions.
Team Canada captured Olympic gold in men's curling, defeating Great Britain 9-6 after officials cleared them of cheating allegations. The victory marks Canada's fourth Olympic gold in the sport and their first since 2014.
German bobsledder Laura Nolte has secured her second consecutive Olympic gold medal in two-woman bobsled, cementing her status as the sport's reigning champion. American veteran Kaillie Humphries Armbruster earned bronze, tying the record for most Olympic medals by any woman in bobsled history.
French biathletes Océane Michelon and Julia Simon claimed gold and silver in the final biathlon event of the 2026 Winter Olympics, with Michelon charging from fourth place to victory despite challenging conditions. The dramatic finish showcased France's biathlon dominance and gave fans an unforgettable Olympic moment.
The 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Games just proved that one of the world's biggest sporting events can run entirely on clean electricity. Italy's largest power company guaranteed renewable energy for all venues, setting a new standard for major events worldwide.
American athletes just made history at the 2026 Winter Olympics, earning their 11th gold medal to break the nation's all-time Winter Games record. Three freestyle skiers clinched the milestone victory in the mixed team aerials event as snow fell in Italy.
A Swiss alpine skier captured the first gold medal of the 2026 Winter Olympics and didn't stop there. Franjo von Allmen went on to win three gold medals total, turning his Olympic dreams into reality on the slopes of Milan Cortina.
The U.S. men's hockey team dominated Slovakia 6-2 in their Olympic semifinal, setting up a dream gold medal showdown with Canada on Sunday. Jack Hughes led the charge with two goals in six minutes as Team USA proved they're ready for hockey's biggest stage.
Team USA captain Hilary Knight made history at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics, setting multiple US women's hockey records while leading her team to gold. The clutch performance came just days after she got engaged, capping off what Knight calls "a really good week."
A country the size of South Carolina just rewrote Winter Olympics history. Norway claimed its 17th gold medal at the 2026 Milan Cortina Games, breaking its own world record set just four years ago.
The United States men's hockey team is heading to its first Olympic gold medal game in 16 years after dominating Slovakia 6-2 in the semifinals. They'll face longtime rival Canada on Sunday, the 46th anniversary of the Miracle on Ice.
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