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Zamboni Drivers Perfecting Olympic Ice with Precision

2/21/2026

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Zamboni drivers at the Winter Olympics maintain the ice surface for figure skating and speed skating.
They use ice-resurfacing machines to shave the ice and apply filtered water for a smooth surface.
The process requires precision because drivers navigate restricted sightlines and avoid accidents.
Remy Boehler oversees the Milan-based drivers and stresses knowing the ice perfectly.

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Story summary

Zamboni drivers at the Winter Olympics maintain the ice surface for figure skating and speed skating.
They use ice-resurfacing machines to shave the ice and apply filtered water for a smooth surface.
The process requires precision because drivers navigate restricted sightlines and avoid accidents.
Remy Boehler oversees the Milan-based drivers and stresses knowing the ice perfectly.