sports
February 7, 2026
Cortina awakens to embrace competitive curling couples and Vonn’s valiant gold bid
The well-dressed alpine town, all art deco and Prada, is watching Mouat and Dodds dominate before the focus turns to Vonn’s daredevil act
TL;DR
- Cortina d’Ampezzo has a relaxed pace and a stylish, art deco atmosphere, appearing untouched by modern concerns.
- Mixed doubles curling is underway, with Great Britain's Bruce Mouat and Jenn Dodds performing exceptionally, securing a spot in the semi-finals.
- Many curling competitors are married or dating couples, adding a unique dynamic to the event.
- Lindsey Vonn is competing in her final Olympics in the women's downhill skiing, returning from a recent injury.
- The contrast between the quiet curling matches and the high-speed, high-adrenaline downhill skiing is notable.
- The men's singles luge competition faced facility construction issues and a slow viewing experience.
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