2026 Winter Olympics Alpine Skiing: Full Schedule, Medal Picks, and Stars to Watch in Milano Cortina
The wait is finally over for ski racing fans. The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics are here, bringing ten days of high-octane alpine action across two of Italy's most legendary ski areas. With a mix of veterans making inspiring comebacks and young champions looking to assert their dominance, the competition is set to be unforgettable .
🏔️ The Venues: Men vs. Women
For the 2026 Games, the alpine events are split by gender, offering two distinct and challenging landscapes:
Men's Events: All men's speed and technical events are taking place at the infamous Stelvio Ski Centre in Bormio. Known as one of the most demanding courses on the World Cup circuit, it will push the limits of the racers .
Women's Events: The women are racing on the slopes of the Tofane Alpine Skiing Centre in Cortina d'Ampezzo. A staple of the World Cup, this course offers a mix of technical glides and steep pitches, promising thrilling battles .
📅 Full 2026 Olympic Alpine Skiing Schedule
All times listed are Eastern Time (ET). Peacock will stream every event live, with NBC and USA Network providing broadcast coverage .
Saturday, Feb. 7
Sunday, Feb. 8
Monday, Feb. 9
4:30 AM: Men's Team Combined (Downhill Run)
8:00 AM: Men's Team Combined (Slalom Run) FINAL (Medal Event) - USA Network
Tuesday, Feb. 10
4:30 AM: Women's Team Combined (Downhill Run)
8:00 AM: Women's Team Combined (Slalom Run) FINAL (Medal Event)
Wednesday, Feb. 11
Thursday, Feb. 12
Saturday, Feb. 14
4:00 AM: Men's Giant Slalom (Run 1) - USA Network
7:30 AM: Men's Giant Slalom (Run 2) FINAL (Medal Event) - NBC
Sunday, Feb. 15
Monday, Feb. 16
4:00 AM: Men's Slalom (Run 1) - USA Network
7:30 AM: Men's Slalom (Run 2) FINAL (Medal Event) - USA Network
Wednesday, Feb. 18
🥇 Athletes to Watch and Medal Favorites
This year's field is packed with compelling storylines, from redemption quests to coronations of new kings and queens.
The American Superstars
Mikaela Shiffrin: The greatest alpine skier of all time is on a mission. After a disappointing Beijing 2022 where she failed to finish multiple races, the 30-year-old 108-time World Cup winner comes to Cortina looking to add to her two Olympic golds . She is the favorite in the Slalom and a strong contender in the Giant Slalom and Team Combined .
Lindsey Vonn: In the story of the Games, the 41-year-old legend is making a fairytale comeback after five years of retirement. Despite suffering a torn ACL in her final prep race, Vonn is pushing forward to race in her final Olympics . She is a podium threat in the Downhill and Super-G on the Cortina slopes where she has won 12 times before .
The International Stars
Marco Odermatt (SUI): The dominant force in men's skiing, Odermatt is seeking to cement his legacy. The defending Olympic Giant Slalom champion is favored to win gold in the GS, Super-G, and Downhill . After settling for bronze in the Super-G already, he is hungrier than ever for gold .
Sofia Goggia (ITA): The Italian superstar and home favorite is a powerhouse in speed events. Racing in front of a home crowd in Cortina, she is the top contender for gold in the Women's Downhill and a strong threat in the Super-G .
Emma Aicher (GER) & Julia Scheib (AUT): The new guard is ready to challenge. Aicher is a pick for gold in the Women's Downhill, while Scheib, winner of multiple World Cups this season, is the favorite in the Women's Giant Slalom .
⛷️ Understanding the Alpine Skiing Events
Six disciplines will be contested in Milano Cortina, each demanding a unique skill set.
Downhill: The purest speed event. Skiers reach speeds up to 90mph as they navigate a course with few gates. It's a test of courage and aerodynamics .
Super-G (Super Giant Slalom): A hybrid event combining the speed of downhill with more turns. Skiers get just one course inspection in the morning and must memorize the line—no training runs are allowed .
Giant Slalom (GS): A technical event where skiers make wider, arcing turns through gates spaced farther apart. It requires both speed and precision over two runs .
Slalom: The ultimate technical challenge. Racers weave through tightly spaced gates at high frequency. Known for its high drama and frequent lead changes, it is often the most unpredictable event .
Team Combined: A new event for 2026, replacing the parallel team event. It features one run of Downhill and one run of Slalom, with the times added together. It tests the versatility of the skiers .
📺 How to Watch
All the action from Bormio and Cortina will be available to fans in the U.S. Peacock will provide comprehensive live streaming of every single alpine event. For traditional TV broadcast, tune into NBC and the USA Network for daily coverage .
From Lindsey Vonn's emotional farewell to Mikaela Shiffrin's quest for redemption and Marco Odermatt's pursuit of gold, the 2026 Alpine skiing competition is packed with must-see moments. Mark your calendars for the finals and get ready for two weeks of high-speed drama in the Italian Dolomites.
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