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Olympics 2026: Gu Chases Gold, Hockey Faces Switzerland

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Three-time Beijing medalist Eileen Gu seeks her first gold of the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics in women's ski slopestyle finals. The 18-year-old Olympic champion fell during qualifying but rallied to advance, building on her impressive performance from 2022 where she claimed two golds and a silver.

The U.S. women's hockey team returns to action against Switzerland in a crucial matchup, while other Monday events include the men's team combined slalom final, ice dance rhythm dance, and snowboard big air finals. These competitions represent key opportunities for athletes to secure medal contention as the Games progress.

Austrian snowboarder Anna Gasser has the chance to make history by becoming the first snowboarder to win gold at three consecutive Olympics if she claims victory in the big air finals. The day's events highlight the competitive drama unfolding across multiple disciplines at the Winter Games.

Quick Fact: Eileen Gu won two golds and a silver at age 18 in 2022.