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Olympic Flame Unveiled in Athens for Milan-Cortina 2026

12/6/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Olympic flame for Milan-Cortina 2026 was presented in Athens to Italian organizers.
Italy marks its first hosting of the flame in 20 years.
The flame relay will run 63 days and cover 12,000 kilometers to San Siro on February 6, 2026.
Giovanni Malagò, president of the organizing committee, expressed pride despite a shortened ceremony caused by rainstorms.

History

Historical Context

The 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin, held from February 10 to 26, marked Italy's second time hosting the event, following Cortina d'Ampezzo in 1956. Featuring over 2,500 athletes from 80 countries, the Games generated approximately $2.5 billion in economic impact. Italy will host the Winter Olympics again in 2026, reflecting its ongoing commitment to international sporting events and tourism.

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Story summary

The Olympic flame for Milan-Cortina 2026 was presented in Athens to Italian organizers.
Italy marks its first hosting of the flame in 20 years.
The flame relay will run 63 days and cover 12,000 kilometers to San Siro on February 6, 2026.
Giovanni Malagò, president of the organizing committee, expressed pride despite a shortened ceremony caused by rainstorms.

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