Nine unveils coverage plans for Milano Cortina 2026

The Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 kicks off this Saturday, with the Opening Ceremony coverage from 5.30am across the 9Network, 9Now and Stan Sport.

Australia will send a squad of 53 athletes, its second-largest Winter Olympic team, primed for a massive campaign in Northern Italy.

The journey begins with flag bearers Jakara Anthony and Matt Graham leading the charge at Milan’s San Siro Stadium, while Ally Langdon, Todd Woodbridge and Lydia Lassila broadcast live from Nine’s studio in Livigno.

Following the Opening Ceremony, fans can follow the action daily.

Evening coverage, hosted by Ally Langdon and James Bracey, airs from 7.30pm to 12.00am AEDT on 9Gem, switching to Channel 9 at 9.00pm AEDT. Overnight coverage with Leila McKinnon follows from 12.00am to 4.30am AEDT.

Morning coverage, hosted by Sylvia Jeffreys and Dylan Alcott will air from 4.30am to 10.00am AEDT, starting on Channel 9 before switching to 9Gem at 5.30am AEDT.

All coverage will also be available to stream on 9Now and Stan Sport.

Main Image: Nine broadcast team

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