In photos: Day 13 highlights from Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics

In photos: Day 13 highlights from Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics
Jia Shin of South Korea performs during the Women's Single Skating Free Skating, Milano Ice Skating Arena, Milan, Italy, 19 February, 2026
Reuters

Day 13 of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics featured decisive finals, thrilling performances and packed arenas across Milan, Livigno, and Cortina d’Ampezzo. The Games combined precision, speed, and drama, marking another memorable day in the Winter Olympics.

Ruiyang Zhang of China performed in the women’s figure skating free program, delivering a polished and confident routine on the ice.

Ruiyang Zhang of China performs during the Women's Single Skating Free Skating, Milano Ice Skating Arena, Milan, Italy, 19 February, 2026
Reuters

Fans of the United States and Canada created an electric atmosphere during the women’s ice hockey gold medal game, filling the stands with colorful jerseys and flags.

Fans of United States and Canada during the Women's Gold Medal Game Ice Hockey, Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena, Milan, Italy, 19 February, 2026
Reuters

Grete-Mia Meentalo of Estonia took flight during women’s freeski halfpipe qualification, showcasing technical skill and composure on the snow-covered ramp.

Grete-Mia Meentalo of Estonia in action during practice for the Women's Freeski Halfpipe Qualification Freestyle Skiing, Livigno Snow Park, Livigno, Italy, 19 February, 2026
Reuters

Kristin O’Neill of Canada scored the first goal against the United States in the women’s hockey final, with the American goaltender attempting a sprawling save.

Kristin O'Neill of Canada scores past Aerin Frankel of U.S. during the Women's Gold Medal Game Ice Hockey, Milan, Italy, 19 February, 2026
Reuters

Grant Hardie of Great Britain prepared a shot during the men’s curling semi-final against Switzerland, demonstrating focus and precision on the ice.

Grant Hardie of Britain gestures with his stick during the Men's Semi-final Curling, Cortina Curling Olympic Stadium, Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy, 19 February, 2026
Reuters

A bagpipe and drum corps performed ahead of the curling match, highlighting the sport’s Scottish heritage and adding cultural flair to the Olympic stage.

Bagpipers perform before the Men's Semi-final Curling match between Great Britain and Switzerland, Cortina Curling Olympic Stadium, Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy, 19 February, 2026
Reuters

David La Rue of Canada celebrated after the men’s 1500m speed skating race, beaming with relief and joy at a strong performance.

David La Rue of Canada reacts after his race during the Men's 1500m Speed Skating, Milano Speed Skating Stadium, Milan, Italy, 19 February, 2026
Reuters

As Day 13 concluded, the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics delivered a mix of artistry, athleticism, and competitive intensity.

From finals and medal ceremonies to cultural moments and fan celebrations, the day reinforced the global spirit of the Games, highlighting both individual achievements and the excitement of shared Olympic experience.

Tags