The 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics unleash another adrenaline-fueled day of competition this Tuesday, February 10, as athletes across multiple disciplines battle for glory on Italian ice and snow. Team USA enters crucial matchups that could reshape the medal standings while the nation currently holds fifth place with two gold medals secured in these Olympics.
NBC’s family of networks brings comprehensive coverage throughout the day, with Peacock streaming every moment live for fans who refuse to miss a single second of Olympic action. The schedule spans nearly 16 hours of continuous competition, starting before dawn on the East Coast and extending into primetime, offering viewers an unprecedented look at winter sports excellence.
High-Stakes Showdowns Define the Olympics Day
The afternoon spotlight shines brightest on three marquee events that promise dramatic competition at these Milan Cortina Olympics. The men’s short program in figure skating showcases technical brilliance and artistic expression as skaters launch their medal campaigns on the Olympic stage. Meanwhile, one of sport’s fiercest rivalries reignites when Team USA women’s hockey squares off against Canada in group play at 2:10 p.m. ET on USA Network.
The mixed doubles curling gold medal final at noon brings Sweden and the United States together in a battle for Olympic supremacy. This strategic chess match on ice represents a prime opportunity for Team USA to climb the medal count while millions watch on NBC and USA Network. The curling competition has become one of the most captivating storylines throughout these Winter Olympics.
Morning Competition Kicks Off Early
The Olympic day begins at 3:15 a.m. ET with cross-country skiing’s sprint classic qualifying rounds on USA Network. Athletes push their endurance limits in bitter cold conditions, representing the grueling nature of Winter Olympics competition. Alpine skiing follows at 4:30 a.m. with the women’s team combined downhill, testing speed and courage on the challenging Italian slopes where milliseconds separate Olympic glory from heartbreak.
Freestyle skiing dominates the mid-morning Olympics schedule with men’s moguls qualifying at 5:45 a.m. and the men’s freeski slopestyle final at 6:30 a.m. These aerial specialists will execute jaw-dropping tricks and navigate treacherous bump runs while fighting for podium positions. The women’s team combined slalom rounds out the alpine program at 8 a.m., demanding precision and split-second decision-making from competitors who have trained years for this Olympics moment.
Cross-country skiing returns at 6:10 a.m. and again at 9:45 a.m. with the men’s and women’s sprint classic finals, showcasing the endurance and technique that make Nordic skiing a cornerstone of every Winter Olympics.
Afternoon Action Heats Up
Speed skating’s mixed team relay finals take center stage at 11:30 a.m. on USA Network, offering another medal opportunity for American speedsters at the Milan Cortina Olympics. The event combines teamwork with individual excellence as nations battle in this fast-paced relay format that tests both strategy and raw speed on the oval.
Figure skating enthusiasts can catch the men’s short program split across networks, beginning at 12:15 p.m. on USA Network before transitioning to NBC at 12:40 p.m. Part two airs at 1:45 p.m., giving viewers comprehensive coverage of this artistic and athletic showcase that remains one of the most popular Winter Olympics events globally.
Women’s luge continues its dangerous descent with run three at 11 a.m. and runs three through four at 5:30 p.m., as athletes pilot their sleds at breakneck speeds down the icy track. Luge represents one of the most dangerous sports in the entire Olympics, with athletes reaching speeds exceeding 80 miles per hour while lying mere inches from the ice.
Evening Events Round Out Olympics Schedule
The biathlon men’s 20km individual race at 4:30 p.m. combines cross-country skiing endurance with rifle shooting precision. This unique sport tests athletes’ ability to control their heart rates and hit targets after exhausting physical exertion, embodying the diverse challenges that make the Winter Olympics such compelling viewing.
Ski jumping’s mixed team normal hill competition launches at 6:30 p.m. on USA Network, featuring coordinated efforts from national squads as they soar through the Italian sky. The mixed team format adds strategic depth to ski jumping, requiring nations to balance their lineups carefully for optimal Olympics performance.
The evening concludes with replays of key events, including the curling bronze medal match between Great Britain and Italy at 5 p.m. on CNBC, followed by the gold medal final replay at 6 p.m. Speed skating’s mixed team relay also receives an encore presentation at 7:30 p.m. for fans who missed the live action.
With Team USA competing across nearly every discipline Tuesday, American fans have countless reasons to tune in throughout the day. The medal count remains fluid, and strong performances in hockey, curling, figure skating and other events could propel the United States higher in the standings as the Milan Cortina Olympics progress toward their conclusion in the coming days.
Source: The Big Lead
