Preparations for the 2026 Winter Olympics
On January 22, 2025, Beijing - The International Olympic Committee (IOC) recently announced that preparations for the 2026 Winter Olympics will soon begin. This competition will be jointly held in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy in 2026, and is expected to attract athletes from about 90 countries and regions to participate.
IOC President Thomas Bach stated at a press conference
IOC President Thomas Bach stated at a press conference that the 2026 Winter Olympics will be a grand sporting event that not only showcases the charm of ice and snow sports, but also embodies the core values of the Olympic spirit - excellence, friendship, and respect. Bach pointed out that the Italian government and local organizing committee have made significant progress in venue construction and infrastructure renovation to ensure the smooth progress of the event.
Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo will respectively undertake ice and snow projects.
It is understood that Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo will respectively undertake ice and snow projects. The new ice sports center in Milan will be the main venue for events such as figure skating and ice hockey, while Cortina d'Ampezzo, known for its world-renowned ski resort, will host events such as alpine skiing and cross-country skiing. Convenient transportation connections will be established between the two places to ensure that athletes and spectators can travel back and forth conveniently.
In addition, the IOC has announced a series of innovative measures to enhance the sporting experience and sustainability. Including adopting the latest environmental protection technologies to reduce carbon emissions; Introduce advanced audience interaction platforms to enable global audiences to participate in events in real-time through multiple channels; And strengthen psychological support for athletes to ensure they maintain a good state during high-intensity competitions.
Italian Prime Minister also expressed his expectations and confidence in hosting the Winter Olympics.
At the press conference, the Italian Prime Minister also expressed his expectations and confidence in hosting the Winter Olympics. He stated that Italy will spare no effort to showcase a passionate and dynamic Winter Olympics to the world, while also hoping to use this opportunity to promote the development of local tourism and economy.
There is still over a year left until the opening of the 2026 Winter Olympics, but ice and snow sports enthusiasts around the world are already eagerly anticipating this sporting event. It can be foreseen that this will be an unforgettable winter feast, continuing the glorious chapter of the Olympic Games.
