KEY POINT MILAN — Alysa Liu delivered a standout performance in the women’s figure skating short program Tuesday at the 2026 Winter Olympics, positioning herself as the United States’ strongest medal contender, while teammate Amber Glenn faced a critical error that hampered her podium chances. Liu, the reigning world champion, finished third in the short … Read more
KEY POINT MILAN, Italy — American figure skater Alysa Liu, once hailed as a teenage prodigy, temporarily retired from competitive skating in 2022 shortly after her Olympic debut in Beijing. At just sixteen, Liu stepped away to focus on personal growth and life beyond the rink, returning in 2024 to quickly reclaim her place among … Read more
KEY POINT MILAN, Italy — Eighteen year old Russian figure skater Adeliia Petrosian made her Olympic debut on Tuesday at the 2026 Winter Games, competing as an Individual Neutral Athlete due to restrictions on Russian participation. Her first short program drew attention not only for her technical skill but also for her connections to a … Read more
KEY POINT Auston Matthews scored twice and assisted on another goal Sunday as Team USA dominated Team Germany 5-1 at Santagiulia Arena, securing first place in Group C and an automatic bye into the quarterfinals of the international tournament. The Americans demonstrated consistent puck control and offensive pressure throughout the game, setting up a favorable … Read more
KEY POINT DAYTONA BEACH, Florida — Fans still have the opportunity to live bet the 2026 Daytona 500 as the NASCAR Cup Series season opener unfolds Sunday at Daytona International Speedway. With Zane Smith winning Stage 1 and Bubba Wallace taking Stage 2, sportsbooks are offering live betting options on stage winners, finishing positions, and other … Read more
KEY POINT MILAN, Italy — Macklin Celebrini scored a goal and added an assist while skating alongside the NHL’s top two scorers, helping Canada defeat Switzerland 5-1 on Friday in a men’s preliminary round game at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. The 19 year old center, who plays for the San Jose Sharks, connected … Read more
KEY POINT MILAN — Ilia Malinin fell twice during the men’s free skate at the Milano Cortina Winter Games on Friday night, dropping from first place after the short program to eighth overall and surrendering a near certain Olympic title. The 21 year old American, who entered the final segment with a comfortable lead, scored … Read more
KEY POINT MILAN, Italy — Brock Nelson scored twice and Jack Hughes had three assists as the United States opened the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics men’s hockey tournament with a 5-1 victory over Latvia on Thursday, asserting early control in preliminary round play. Brady Tkachuk, Tage Thompson and Auston Matthews also scored for the Americans. … Read more
KEY POINT MILAN, Italy — Ilia Malinin, already instrumental in securing Team USA’s gold medal in the figure skating team event, is poised to contend for individual Olympic honors after leading the men’s singles short program at the 2026 Winter Games. The two time world champion, known as the “Quad God” for his repeated successful … Read more
KEY POINT WASHINGTON — The women’s 1,000 meters speed skating event at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics on Monday delivered a tightly contested race that underscored Europe’s dominance in the discipline and the narrow margins separating medalists from the rest of the field. World record holder Brittany Bowe and Olympic champion Erin Jackson led the … Read more
