The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina are set to commence later this week, with the official opening ceremony scheduled for Friday. However, the sporting action kicks off even earlier, with preliminary events in curling, ice hockey, and snowboarding beginning on Wednesday, 4th February.
Comprehensive UK Television Coverage
For viewers in the United Kingdom, extensive coverage of the Winter Games will be available across multiple platforms. TNT Sports will broadcast the entire event, with TNT Sports 2 starting daily coverage at 8am each morning. Additionally, subscribers can access live streams and on-demand content through Discovery+, ensuring no moment of the competition is missed.
BBC's Role in Broadcasting the Games
The BBC will also provide significant coverage, featuring all major events on BBC One and BBC Two daily from 9am to 10pm. For those seeking even more action, Olympics Extra—a second live stream—will be accessible via BBC iPlayer, the BBC Sport website, and the BBC Sport app. This additional stream will operate from 8am to 11pm each day, offering a broader selection of Winter Olympics events.
This dual-broadcaster approach ensures that UK audiences have flexible viewing options, whether through traditional television or digital platforms, making it easier than ever to follow the thrilling competitions from Milan-Cortina.
