How to Follow the Winter Olympics Schedule and Results
Why the winter olympics schedule and results matter
The Winter Olympics bring together hundreds of athletes across dozens of events, making an accurate schedule and timely results essential for competitors, broadcasters and viewers. For UK audiences following Milan–Cortina 2026, knowing when events start, where they are staged and how results are confirmed helps plan viewing, support national teams and understand how medals are awarded.
Main details: structure, timing and where to check
The Olympic programme is split between ice and snow sports: figure skating, short track and ice hockey typically take place in arenas, while alpine skiing, snowboard and Nordic events use mountain venues. Competitions are scheduled in morning and evening sessions over the Games period; Milan–Cortina 2026 runs from 6 to 22 February 2026.
All official timetables are published by the International Olympic Committee and the Milan–Cortina Local Organising Committee. Viewers should note local times are Central European Time (CET). UK viewers must convert CET to GMT (CET is one hour ahead of UK time in February), so an event listed at 15:00 CET will begin at 14:00 UK time.
Results are released live through the official Olympic website and accredited timing partners. Live results include provisional placements, run times or scores, and are followed by official confirmations after jury reviews, photo finishes or timing checks. Medal tables shown during the Games reflect confirmed podiums but can be subject to change pending appeals or anti‑doping processes.
Practical considerations and updates
Weather can affect mountain events: postponements and re‑scheduling are not uncommon for alpine and cross‑country disciplines. Organisers publish updates and revised start lists; athletes and broadcasters adapt accordingly. For the most reliable information, follow the official Games channels, national Olympic committees and accredited media feeds rather than social media rumours.
Conclusion: what readers should do
To stay informed, bookmark the official Olympic schedule and results pages and enable notifications from reputable broadcasters or the Games app. Remember that immediate results may be provisional until confirmed by officials; check for finalised outcomes before citing medal standings. Accurate scheduling and verified results ensure a better viewing experience and a clearer understanding of how performances translate into medals at Milan–Cortina 2026.
