Milan, Italy — Day 10 of the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics showcased an impressive array of performances, highlighted by the U.S. women’s hockey team, which continued its formidable path toward the gold medal. In a semifinal match against Sweden, the American squad delivered a commanding 5-0 victory. Dominating their opponents throughout the tournament, Team USA has outscored foes 31-1, boasting five consecutive shutouts. They now look ahead to face their long-time rival, Canada, for the gold on Thursday after the Canadians edged past Switzerland 2-1 in their semifinal.
In bobsled, it was a remarkable day for the U.S. women, particularly in the monobob event. Elana Meyers Taylor, at 41, claimed her first Olympic gold medal, making history as the oldest medalist in women’s bobsled. Kaillie Humphries joined her on the podium with a bronze medal finish, celebrating a strong show of talent and teamwork in an event that displayed the speed and skill essential in winter sports.
Meanwhile, the men’s bobsled team of Joshua Williamson and Frankie del Duca faced challenges, finishing fourth in the second heat of the two-man event. With three German teams leading, the American pair will look to improve their standing in the upcoming heats as they compete for a spot on the podium.
In women’s curling, the U.S. team is still in contention for the knockout phase despite suffering a surprising defeat to Italy, halting their three-match winning streak. Upcoming matches are crucial for both the men’s and women’s teams, as they seek to advance through the competition.
The Olympic spotlight shifts on Tuesday to the highly anticipated women’s figure skating short program, where American athletes Isabeau Levito, Alysa Liu, and Amber Glenn will aim to position themselves favorably for the free skate. In a standout performance, Mac Forehand led the qualifiers for the men’s skiing Big Air competition, offering Team USA a promising shot at gold amid fierce international competition.
As of now, Team USA sits third in the overall medal count with a total of 19 medals, including six golds, trailing behind Norway and the host nation, Italy. With the intensity of the Games amplifying as athletes approach the final events, Team USA looks poised to add to its medal tally in the coming days. The thrilling competition continues, encapsulating the spirit and determination of winter sports at its finest.