The 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics kicked off Wednesday, as eight countries took the ice for mixed doubles curling. Team USA's debut, however, would have to wait until Thursday, when it took on Norway, which won the silver medal in mixed doubles at the 2022 Olympics in Beijing.

The United States has the most athletes competing in the Winter Olympics, but is not favored to win the gold medal race.

Athletes from around the world are arriving in Italy for the 2026 Winter Olympics, which begins on February 6.

Ski jumping has been pushed into the spotlight after a whistleblower uncovered a cheating scandal that involves, of all things, crotch manipulation.

Most countries that have competed at the Winter Olympics have taken home medals in multiple sports over the years. There are also some that have emerged