The Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games have officially begun following a vibrant and visually stunning opening ceremony held across four locations in Italy, marking a historic start to the global sporting event.
San Siro leads innovative four-venue opening ceremony
Milanโs iconic San Siro Stadium served as the primary venue for the ceremony, while additional live segments took place simultaneously in Cortina dโAmpezzo, Livigno and Predazzo, showcasing Italyโs rich sporting heritage and winter culture.
Logistical concerns fade as ceremony runs flawlessly
Despite early concerns about the complexity of staging an opening ceremony across multiple locations, the production impressed viewers worldwide with seamless coordination, powerful storytelling and breathtaking visuals, earning praise from international broadcasters including BBC News.

Fireworks light up San Siro Stadium during the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Italy celebrates historic Olympic moment
The ceremony highlighted Italyโs history, innovation and passion for sport, officially ushering in weeks of elite winter competition as athletes from around the world compete for Olympic glory.
Global spotlight turns to Milan-Cortina 2026
With the Games now underway, attention shifts to the sporting action across Italyโs winter venues, as Milan-Cortina 2026 promises unforgettable moments, record-breaking performances and a lasting legacy for the Olympic movement, as followed closely by GhanaMedia.net.

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