Get ready for an action-packed day at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina! Today's schedule is jam-packed with thrilling events, and we've got all the details you need to catch the action. From the adrenaline-pumping alpine skiing to the graceful figure skating, and everything in between, you won't want to miss a moment.
NBC Olympics is your go-to source for all the sports action, and they'll be highlighting the athletes with the best chances of taking home gold, as well as the most captivating storylines. Every event will be live-streamed on various platforms, including NBCOlympics.com, Peacock, NBC.com, and the NBC Sports app. You can also tune in to NBC, USA Network, and CNBC for live coverage.
For a full list of events and schedules, head over to the NBC Olympics schedule page (https://www.nbcolympics.com/schedule).
Here's a breakdown of the must-watch events on Sunday, February 8th:
- Gold Zone: Day 2 - Catch all the action from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Peacock (https://www.peacocktv.com/sports/olympics) and NBCOlympics.com (https://stream.nbcolympics.com/gold-zone-2).
- NBC Daytime: Alpine Skiing & More - Tune in from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Eastern Time on Peacock (https://www.peacocktv.com/sports/olympics) and NBCOlympics.com (https://stream.nbcolympics.com/nbc-daytime-february-8) for a thrilling mix of sports, including alpine skiing.
- NBC Primetime - Don't miss the primetime action from 10:45 p.m. to 12 a.m. Eastern Time on Peacock (https://www.peacocktv.com/sports/olympics) and NBCOlympics.com (https://stream.nbcolympics.com/nbc-primetime-february-8).
- NBC Late Night - Wrap up your day with late-night sports coverage from 12:35 a.m. to 2 a.m. Eastern Time on Peacock (https://www.peacocktv.com/sports/olympics) and NBCOlympics.com (https://stream.nbcolympics.com/nbc-late-night-february-8).
Catch Every Event Live:
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Alternatively, you can authenticate with your cable subscription, which will grant you access to live streams of all Olympic events on NBCOlympics.com, NBC.com, the NBC app, or the NBC Sports app. These streams can be viewed on web browsers or your mobile devices.
Alpine Skiing:
The women's downhill event will kick off Day 2 at Milan Cortina, and all eyes will be on Team USA's Lindsey Vonn, who has successfully completed training runs after an ACL injury. Breezy Johnson, the defending downhill world champion, is also a strong contender for the podium. Italy's Sofia Goggia, a two-time Olympic medalist, will also be a force to reckon with.
Figure Skating:
The final three segments of the figure skating team event will unfold on Sunday, with medals up for grabs for the top three teams after the men's free skate. The U.S. team leads Japan by five points, and we'll see Amber Glenn, the U.S. national champion, make her Olympic debut in the women's free skate. Ellie Kam and Danny O'Shea will perform in the pairs event, and Ilia Malinin will return for the free skate, aiming to improve on his short program.
Snowboarding:
In the parallel giant slalom, Czechia's Ester Ledecka has the potential to make history by becoming the first snowboarder to win gold at three consecutive Winter Olympics. In the women's big air event, riders like New Zealand's flagbearer Zoi Sadowski-Synnott, Japan's Kokomo Murase, and Great Britain's Mia Brookes will battle it out to secure a spot in Monday's final.
Hockey:
Sweden and France will face off in the women's group B match, with Sweden aiming to secure their spot in the medal round. France, on the other hand, seeks its first Olympic victory. Both Czechia and Finland, whom the U.S. has defeated, will also be in action.
Luge:
The final two runs of the men's singles luge will take place, and Germany's Max Langenhan has set the bar high with his track records in the first and second rounds.
Speed Skating:
Sander Eitrem is the gold-medal favorite in the men's 5000m event. The Norwegian speed skater made history by becoming the first man to skate the 5000m in under 6 minutes, setting a world record time of 5:58.52 at the Inzell World Cup.
Cross-Country Skiing:
Get familiar with the name Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo, as this 29-year-old Norwegian could be on his way to a record-breaking performance at these Games. He'll begin his quest in the men's skiathlon on Sunday.
Curling:
Great Britain, the only undefeated team remaining in the mixed doubles tournament, will face off against Switzerland at 8:35 a.m. ET. This is a must-watch match as Great Britain aims to secure their spot in the semifinals.
Biathlon:
The mixed 4x6km relay will be an exciting event, with two-time reigning world champion France favored to take home the medal. Norway, with their impressive track record of two golds and one silver since the event's introduction in Sochi, will also be a force to watch.
So, which event are you most excited about? Will you be cheering for your favorite athletes or supporting your country's teams? Let us know in the comments! We'd love to hear your predictions and thoughts on today's Olympic action.
