Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."

CORTINA D'AMPEZZO, Italy — Four years after Breezy Johnson crashed while training at Cortina and ended her hopes of competing in the 2022 Winter Games, the American skier reclaimed the narrative on this iconic slope with a gold medal in the 2026 Olympic downhill race.

Breezy Johnson became only the second American woman to win the Olympic downhill after Vonn did it 16 years ago.

Evan Bates and Madison Chock closed today's events with a boost to Team USA's score, earning the team 10 points in their ice dance free dance event. As of now, the Japanese figure skating team ranks second with 39 points, and Italy trails closely behind with 37 points.

After left-wing groups rallied against the cost and environmental impact of the Winter Games in Italy, some protesters set off fireworks and hurled bottles.

Olympic expert Mike Tierney reveals his picks and best bets for the most overall medals won and gold medal totals at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy

Italy has put in place a massive security operation for the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics ahead of Friday's opening ceremony.