Winter Olympics 2026: Follow Ukraine and catch every final on February 21
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On Saturday, February 21, the Winter Olympics in Italy will feature another round of medal events. For the Ukrainian team, this day will be decisive in the fight for the podium in freestyle skiing aerials and the cross-country marathon. Here is the full schedule of main events, Ukrainian athletes' starts, and broadcast information.
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Hopes in freestyle: Ukrainian trio in the final
The main focus for domestic fans will be the mixed team competition in freestyle skiing aerials.
After a series of setbacks in individual events, the Ukrainian team has its last chance to secure an Olympic podium finish.
The country will be represented by Angelina Brykina, Oleksandr Okipnyuk, and Dmytro Kotovsky.
Although the team’s leaders were unable to perform to their potential in solo jumps, the mixed format offers a chance for redemption.
The tournament will take place in two stages: first, seven teams will determine the top four, who will compete for medals in the super final.
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11:45 a.m. – Freestyle skiing aerials, mixed team, Final 1
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12:45 p.m. – Freestyle skiing aerials, mixed team, Final 2 (medal event)
Marathon distance and Klæbo's record chase
In cross-country skiing, one of the most grueling events will take place — the men’s 50 km mass start in classical style.
Ukraine will be represented by Dmytro Dragun and Oleksandr Lisohor.
Although previous Ukrainian starts at these Games were not very successful, the distance race will serve as a final test of endurance.
Meanwhile, the world will watch Norwegian skier Johannes Klæbo.
The legendary athlete has already won five gold medals in Milan and Cortina, and a victory in the marathon would allow him to achieve a historic feat — winning every single event in a single Olympics.
Farewell to biathlon legends and hockey showdowns
The evening program promises to be emotional. In the women's biathlon mass start, which will take place without Ukrainian participation, world-class stars Franziska Preuß of Germany and Dorothea Wierer of Italy will compete in their final career races.
Also today, the bronze medal in the men’s hockey tournament will be decided between Slovakia and Finland.
Key finals of the day (February 21):
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12:00 p.m. – Cross-country skiing, men’s mass start (50 km)
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3:15 p.m. – Biathlon, women’s mass start (12.5 km)
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5:40 p.m. – Speed skating, men’s mass start
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8:05 p.m. – Curling, men’s final (Great Britain vs. Canada)
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9:40 p.m. – Hockey, bronze medal match (Slovakia vs. Finland)
