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Ukrainian Skeleton Athlete Barred from Competing at Milan-Cortina Olympics

Українському скелетоністу заборонили участь у Олімпійських іграх в Мілані та Коринті. Photo: Главком

Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics Competition Schedule

The seventh day of competition at the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics will take place on February 13, featuring a packed schedule of events. The slate of sports for the day includes:

  • Skeleton
  • Ice Hockey
  • Curling
  • Snowboarding
  • Cross-Country Skiing
  • Biathlon
  • Speed Skating
  • Figure Skating

In a significant development, Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych has been disqualified and will not be able to compete in his event. This news comes as a blow to Ukraine's representation in the sport.

Despite this setback, Ukrainian athletes will compete in several other disciplines on February 13. In cross-country skiing, Oleksandr Lisohor will race in the men's 10km freestyle event. Dmytro Pidruchnyi will represent Ukraine in the men's 10km biathlon sprint. Furthermore, in figure skating, Kyrylo Marsak will perform his free skate in the men's singles competition, entering the final segment in eleventh place following the short program.

Competition Timetable for February 13

The detailed schedule of events for February 13 is as follows:

  • At 10:05, the first men's curling match begins, featuring Canada versus the USA.
  • At 11:00, the women's snowboarding preliminary round is scheduled.
  • At 12:45, the cross-country skiing events start, with Oleksandr Lisohor competing in the 10km race.
  • At 15:00, the biathlon competition commences, where Dmytro Pidruchnyi will participate in the 10km sprint.
  • The first medals of the day will be awarded in skeleton, with the women's first heat starting at 17:00.
  • At 20:00, the men's figure skating free program begins, featuring Ukrainian skater Kyrylo Marsak.

Key matches are also set in ice hockey, with women's quarterfinals and preliminary rounds for men's teams taking place. The global sporting community continues to watch the Olympic action unfold.

The Milan-Cortina Olympic Games continue to captivate athletes and fans worldwide. While the Ukrainian team has suffered a loss in skeleton, its medal hopes remain alive in other events. The performances of Oleksandr Lisohor, Dmytro Pidruchnyi, and Kyrylo Marsak could prove to be defining moments for Ukraine at these Games.