Winter Olympics 2026: How to watch Team USA live – full schedule and medal events on Tuesday 17 February
The excitement builds as Team USA’s “Blade Angels” prepare to shine at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. Leading the charge is Alysa Liu, the reigning world champion, eager to capture the gold medal in the women’s figure skating competition. Liu will be joined by teammates Isabeau Levito and Amber Glenn as the action kicks off on Tuesday, 17 February, with the short program slated to begin at 18:45 CET.
Liu, who coined the team’s nickname, faces tough competition from Japan’s three-time world champion Sakamoto Kaori. This matchup has already generated immense buzz among figure skating fans who are eager to see these powerful athletes go head-to-head on the ice.
Outside of figure skating, five U.S. athletes are set to make waves at the Livigno Snow Park. Konnor Ralph, Troy Podmilsak, and Mac Forehand will represent Team USA in the men’s freestyle skiing big air final. Forehand made headlines by topping the qualification round, showcasing remarkable talent among seasoned competitors.
On the snowboarding front, Lily Dhawornvej and Jessica Perlmutter also earned their spots in the women’s slopestyle final, qualifying in 10th and 11th position respectively. Their performances will be key to earning Team USA further accolades.
Additionally, the two-man bobsleigh team of Frankie Del Duca and Joshua Williamson finds themselves in contention, only 0.10 seconds off the podium within striking distance of the top three spots, currently occupied by Germany’s strong contenders.
All eyes will be on February 17 as USA’s athletes compete for medals in several events, including women’s single skating, men’s big air freestyle skiing, and women’s slopestyle, ensuring an electrifying Olympic experience.
Don’t miss a moment of Italia-hosted action as you catch Team USA competing live on NBC and streaming on Peacock.
