Winter Olympics 2026: Von Allmen wins first gold medal of Games in men’s downhill – live
The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina have kicked off, with the men's downhill event being the first to award a gold medal. Swiss skier Marco Von Allmen emerged victorious in the high-speed race, securing the first gold of the Games. In other events, the mixed doubles curling competition is underway, with Team GB's Jen Dodds and Bruce Mouat extending their lead over Canada to 7-2 in the sixth end of the round-robin stage. The British duo is on a winning streak, having secured their sixth consecutive victory. The article also includes a gallery featuring the highlights of the opening ceremony, inviting readers to "roll up, roll up" and enjoy the best moments of the event.
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