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Sweden’s women have emerged as the dominant force in Olympic cross-country skiing at the Milan Cortina Games, winning seven of nine medals so far.
Comprehensive standings, forecasts and game projections for the 2026 Winter Olympics men's hockey tournament in Milan Cortina. Updated throughout the tournament as games conclude.
Canucks' Kevin Lankinen and Finland lost 4-1 to Slovakia, while Elias Pettersson and Sweden won 5-2 against Italy in their first games of the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Raymond debuts as Sweden narrowly escapes underdog Italy's spirited challenge. Dominant shots mask offensive struggles in a tense Olympic opening victory.
Sweden defeated Finland 3-2 in the gold medal game at the 2006 Torino Olympics, with goalie Henrik Lundqvist making a huge save on forward Olli Jokinen in the final moments. The Swedes on the current roster are well aware.
Italy's Francesca Lollobrigida and Sweden's Frida Karlsson became the fourth and fifth athletes to win multiple gold medals at the 2026 Winter Olympics on Thursday.