Get ready for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics! Opening on February 6, 2026, the global snow and ice festival is just weeks away, and China’s athletes are sharpening their skills for a big run on the world stage. ❄️
This season, the short track team has been on fire. At the ISU Short Track World Tour this year, Liu Shaolin, Liu Shaoang, Lin Xiaojun and Sun Long led the charge, bringing home one gold, six silver and four bronze medals. Even better, China clinched the maximum quota – five men and five women – for all nine short track events in Italy. 🏅
On speed skates, Beijing 2022 champion Gao Tingyu and Asian Winter Games gold medalist Ning Zhongyan have been racking up podium finishes across four World Cup stops, with one silver and four bronzes so far. Their consistency this year makes them medal threats in Cortina. ⛸️
Figure skating fans have a lot to smile about: China qualified in men’s, women’s, pairs and ice dance. Iconic duo Han Cong and Sui Wenjing came out of retirement to chase another encore, adding a dash of legend to the ice. ❄️👑
On the curling sheet, both the men’s and women’s teams secured spots in 2026. Although they fell short in mixed doubles qualifying, their strong performances show China’s depth on ice. 🥌
Snowboard prodigy Su Yiming, the 2022 big air champion, has been unstoppable. He dominated back-to-back World Cup events in Zhangjiakou and Beijing, reminding everyone why he’s a favorite for gold. 🏂
In the slopes of freestyle skiing, Gu Ailing stole the spotlight after returning from injury. She landed a stunning final run to win gold in the women’s halfpipe at the FIS Freeski World Cup, keeping her quest to defend two Olympic titles alive. 🎿✨
Finally, veteran aerialist Xu Mengtao, 35, aims for her fifth Olympic appearance. She took both the individual and mixed team titles at recent World Cup stops, fueling her dream of another podium moment. 🎯
From rising stars to returning legends, China’s winter sports squad has built a solid foundation for Milano Cortina 2026. The journey continues, and the ice is set for unforgettable moments in Italy! 🇮🇹
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Chinese athletes aiming for further success at 2026 Winter Olympics
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