The start of the new Winter Olympic Games is almost ready to start
Milan/Cortina, Italy- The International Olympic Committee visited the Olympic Village for a final walk, going through every detail, making sure all will be ready when the opening ceremonies begin in February of 2026 for the Olympic Games.
They are in the final delivery phase
The IOC met with the media to prepare and welcome all athletes and fans across the globe, while there have been many divisions within different regions involved in war and suffering. They hope to bring happiness and a break during these difficult times.
“We all agreed in the (Olympic) Movement that we needed to try to be more sustainable, to reach out to regions. This is the first time we’re going to see this. So let’s make it not just incredible Games for Milan, for Cortina, but for all the regions, and for Italy, and for the Olympic Movement, especially in today’s world where everything is so divided,” said IOC President Kirsty Coventry.
Tackling a huge workload
The IOC is well aware, they must make sure that all events for the athletes and the fans are handled safely, without any problems at all. From Skating, skiing, sledding, and every other event that the fans want to see and the athletes can participate in.
“We are now in the final stretch, and the team is fully in delivery mode, tackling an immense workload in the coming months. That’s why integrated teamwork – from the public authorities to the Organising Committee and its partners – is essential, with everyone working tirelessly side by side. Plans should now become reality, as the excitement for the Games continues to build,” said IOC Coordination Commission Chair Kristen Kloster.
Clear Communication has helped
Between the IOC and the Italian Olympic Organizing Committee, there has been clear communication between both parties. Everything has gone well, and both sides are in a good place when the event begins in a few months.
“This session of the Coordination Commission has been a moment of constructive dialogue and great value. It marked the last opportunity to meet in person before a series of remote meetings that will accompany us in the coming months, making our working group even more aware of the challenges that lie ahead. We have taken important steps forward, but we are fully aware that the road to Milano Cortina 2026 is still long and demanding.
The coming weeks will be decisive and will require clarity, determination, and team spirit to effectively address the operational and strategic challenges that lie ahead. I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to the Chair of the Commission, Kristin Kloster, and the Executive Director of the Olympic Games, Christophe Dubi, for their unwavering passion and dedication to the Milano Cortina 2026 project.
Their contribution, along with that of the entire International Olympic Committee, has been essential in consolidating the vision and ambition that guide us. I would also like to sincerely thank all our stakeholders: local authorities, public and private partners, territories, federations, volunteers, and all the organisations that are contributing with competence and generosity to the realisation of a memorable and sustainable edition of the Games.
Their trust is our strength. Finally, the presence of President Kirsty Coventry added further value to these days of work, bringing renewed energy and momentum to all of us,” said Giovanni Malago.
The running of the Olympic Torch
It will be a 12,000-kilometer run featuring 10,001 torchbearers and daily public celebrations along with 20 regions, 110 provinces, and several UNESCO sites in 63 days. This should get the people excited for the lead-up to the lighting of the Olympic flame.
Tickets sold for the opening ceremony
Tickets for the opening ceremonies have gone very well. They had to continue creating new batches of tickets as 800,00 out of 1.5 million have already been purchased. since September 16th, 2025.
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