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February 7, 2026
Italian President Mattarella declares 2026 Winter Olympic Games as open
Athletes from Russia and Belarus have been cleared to participate in the 2026 Winter Games under a neutral designation
TL;DR
- Italian President Sergio Mattarella declared the 25th Winter Olympic Games open.
- The opening ceremony and Olympic Parade of Athletes occurred in four locations: Milano San Siro Olympic Stadium, Livigno, Predazzo, and Cortina.
- Athletes from Russia and Belarus will participate under a neutral designation, excluding national flags and anthems.
- The 2026 Winter Olympic Games are being held in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy, from February 6-22, 2026.
- Thirteen Russian athletes are competing neutrally in various winter sports.
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