The upcoming Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo Winter Olympics in 2026 is set to be the first co-hosted Games between two cities, featuring the largest area in Olympic history. Covering 10,000 square miles, the event will utilize existing venues across northeastern Italy, providing stunning alpine scenery. Athlete stories, including those of Lindsay Vonn's comeback at age 41 and Maddy Schaffrick’s journey back to snowboarding after a hiatus, add depth to the Games as participants strive for personal achievements while inspiring others.
"I have a second chance," Vonn told ESPN. "This isn't me trying to prove anything or break records. I'm doing this for myself and because I know what I'm capable of."
Ten years ago, Schaffrick was an Olympic hopeful when, at 20, she quit competitive snowboarding. She returned to the sport a year later as a coach."
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