In photos: Day 11 highlights from Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics

In photos: Day 11 highlights from Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics
Adeliia Petrosian of AIN performs during the Women's Single Skating Short Program, Milano Ice Skating Arena, Milan, Italy, 17 February 2026
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Day 11 of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics delivered decisive performances, medal celebrations and emotional tributes as the Games moved deeper into their final stages.

From figure skating elegance to high-speed team pursuits and dramatic playoff hockey, athletes competed with intensity while fans packed arenas to witness pivotal moments across disciplines.

Mariia Seniuk of Israel competed in the women’s figure skating short program, showcasing composure and control during her routine.
 

Mariia Seniuk of Israel competes during the Women's Figure Skating Short Program, Milano Ice Skating Arena, Milan, Italy, 17 February 2026
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Troy Podmilsak of the United States reacted after his opening run in the men’s freeski big air final, celebrating an early statement performance.

Troy Podmilsak of United States reacts after his first run during the Men's Freeski Big Air Final Freestyle Skiing, Livigno Snow Park, Livigno, Italy, 17 February 2026
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In the men’s ice hockey qualification play-off, Lukas Sedlak of the Czech Republic challenged Denmark goaltender Frederik Andersen in a tense net-front exchange.

Lukas Sedlak of Czech Republic and Frederik Andersen of Denmark in action during the Men's Qualification Play-off Ice Hockey, Milan, Italy, 17 February 2026
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Germany’s Adam Ammour and Alexander Schaller powered through Heat 3 of the two-man bobsleigh competition at the Cortina Sliding Centre.

Adam Ammour of Germany and Alexander Schaller of Germany in action during the 2-man Heat 3 Bobsleigh, Cortina Sliding Centre, Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy, 17 February 2026
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Gold medallists Ivanie Blondin, Valerie Maltais and Isabelle Weidemann of Canada were joined by medal-winning teams from the Netherlands and Japan during the women’s team pursuit victory ceremony.

Canada, Netherlands and Japan teams take a selfie during the Women's Team Pursuit Victory Ceremony Speed Skating, Milan, Italy, 17 February, 2026
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Japan’s Motonaga Arito, Shomu Sasaki and Kazuya Yamada skated in formation during the men’s team pursuit final stages.

Motonaga Arito, Shomu Sasaki and Kazuya Yamada of Japan in action during the Men's Team Pursuit Final D Speed Skating, Milano Speed Skating Stadium, Milan, Italy, 17 February 2026
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Canadian supporters celebrated after their team secured gold in the women’s team pursuit final.

Canada fans cheer after winning the Women's Team Pursuit Final A Speed Skating, Milano Speed Skating Stadium, Milan, Italy, 17 February 2026
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As Day 11 wrapped up, competition intensified across venues, with medal ceremonies, playoff matchups and relay events shaping the final stretch of Milano Cortina 2026. From individual routines to synchronized team efforts, the Games continued to deliver defining Olympic moments on snow and ice.

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