High expectations surround Team GB as they aim for a remarkable medal collection at the upcoming Winter Olympics. The Daily Mirror’s comprehensive guide to the Games is now available, offering exclusive interviews, insights into potential medal prospects, features on global stars to watch, and explanations of the 16 sports to be showcased in Milan Cortina.
To help you plan your viewing schedule, a day-to-day guide is provided so you won’t miss any of the thrilling ice and snow action. Young snowboarding sensation Mia Brookes, who made history as the youngest ever snowboarding world champion at 16, has a shot at becoming the first British athlete to secure two medals in slopestyle and big air at the same Winter Games.
Freestyle skier Zoe Atkin, following her sister Izzy’s 2018 bronze win, claimed world gold in freestyle skiing’s halfpipe last year and also clinched the World Cup title. Keep an eye on Kirsty Muir, another rising star in freestyle skiing, who has already made her mark with X Games and Youth Olympic medals at just 21 years old.
Excitement awaits in snowboard cross, with Charlotte Bankes, who overcame setbacks to secure world silver and numerous World Cup victories. In skeleton, Britain’s national winter sport, Matt Weston, a two-time world champion and multiple World Cup winner, leads the charge alongside teammate Marcus Wyatt.
Bobsleigh fans hope for a medal drought break with Brad Hall’s crew, consistently challenging top contenders since Beijing and securing two world medals. Ice dance duo Lilah Fear and Lewis Gibson aim to claim Britain’s first figure skating medal in over three decades after winning world bronze in Boston last year.
Curling enthusiasts have high hopes for Bruce Mouat, a two-time world champion, and Jen Dodds, who are expected to shine in the mixed team event. Beyond British prospects, the Winter Olympics promise extraordinary moments like Ilia Malinin’s gravity-defying figure skating and Lindsey Vonn’s return after eight years, making history as the oldest skier to win a World Cup race at 41.
The NHL stars will battle for ice hockey medals after a 12-year hiatus, while cross-country skiing sensation Johannes Høsflot Klæbo is a strong favorite for gold. Secure your copy of the Daily Mirror guide to the Winter Olympics for in-depth coverage and insights.