Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics: Day Six in Pictures
The sixth day of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics delivered a spectacular array of athletic prowess across multiple disciplines, capturing the essence of winter sports at their finest. From the high-speed thrills of bobsleigh to the intense competition in snowboard cross, the day was filled with memorable moments that showcased both skill and drama on the global stage.
Bobsleigh and Skeleton Highlights
In Cortina, the bobsleigh events saw Trinidad and Tobago's two-man team making a training run ahead of the heats, demonstrating the diversity of nations competing in this high-velocity sport. Meanwhile, in the men's skeleton, Team GB's Matt Weston took a commanding lead by 0.3 seconds after his second run, positioning himself as a strong contender for Britain's first medal of the Games. The event was not without controversy, as Ukraine's Vladyslav Heraskevych was disqualified for wearing a "helmet of memory" honoring war dead, a decision he criticized as a "terrible mistake" by the International Olympic Committee.
Snowboard Cross and Freestyle Skiing Action
Over in Livigno, the snowboard cross qualification rounds heated up with athletes like Nick Baumgartner of the United States and Czechia's Radek Houser pushing their limits on the challenging course. In freestyle skiing, the men's moguls final featured Finland's Akseli Ahvenainen, whose goggles reflected the daunting course ahead, while Australia's Jackson Harvey finished eighth, with compatriot Cooper Woods securing Australia's first gold medal of the 2026 Games in a stunning performance.
Ice Hockey and Alpine Skiing Standouts
The ice hockey preliminary games kicked off with a bang as Switzerland's Damien Riat scored past France's goaltender Antoine Keller in the opening minute, setting a fast-paced tone for the tournament. In alpine skiing, Austria's Cornelia Hütter earned bronze in the women's super-G by a mere 0.1 seconds over teammate Ariane Rädler, bowing to the crowd in a gesture of sportsmanship. Italy celebrated its fifth gold at the home Games when Federica Brignone won the women's super-G, followed by a flyover from the Frecce Tricolori, the Italian Air Force's demonstration team.
Cross-Country and Emotional Moments
The cross-country events added to the day's intensity, with Australia's Rosie Fordham battling uphill in the women's 10km race and Latvia's Patricija Eiduka collapsing in exhaustion at the finish line, highlighting the grueling nature of interval-start competitions where the fastest time does not always mean crossing first. These moments underscored the physical and emotional demands of the Winter Olympics, making day six a testament to the resilience and dedication of athletes from around the world.
