Marco Odermatt is often referred to as the Roger Federer of ski racing, a flattering comparison to the tennis great and fellow Swiss icon.

Follow NBC News live updates for the latest on the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, where the curling events will open ahead of the opening ceremony.

The Americans have the team of Korey Dropkin and Cory Thiesse looking to capture the country’s first medal in the event. Thiesse is also playing on the women’s team, and will try and use her status as a launching pad in the mixed doubles.

From medals to mascots, schedules to slopes—here’s everything you need to know to be ready for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games.

Winnipeg Jets forward Nino Niederreiter will be a flag bearer for Switzerland at the Winter Olympics opening ceremony on Friday in Milan, TSN's Danielle Bain reports.