Expectations are high for Team GB at the upcoming Winter Olympics, with hopes for a successful medal haul.
The Daily Mirror guide to the Games is now available, featuring exclusive interviews, insights into potential medal contenders, profiles of global stars, and detailed explanations of the 16 sports to be showcased at Milan Cortina.
To help you plan your viewing schedule, a day-to-day guide is provided so you don’t miss any of the action on the ice and snow.
Mia Brookes, the youngest snowboarding world champion in history at 16, has a shot at making history by potentially winning two medals in slopestyle and big air events for Britain.
Zoe Atkin, following her sister Izzy’s bronze win in 2018, secured a world gold in freestyle skiing’s halfpipe last year and also clinched the World Cup title, showcasing her remarkable consistency.
Kirsty Muir, a 21-year-old freestyle skier, is another talent to watch out for in the big air and slopestyle disciplines, boasting double X Games medals and a Youth Olympic medal.
Excitement is guaranteed in snowboard cross events.
Charlotte Bankes, a strong contender in snowboarding, aims for success after previous setbacks, now holding world silver and numerous World Cup victories. She teams up with Huw Nightingale for the team event.
Although Britain’s podium streak in women’s skeleton ended in Beijing, the men’s team, led by dominant athlete Matt Weston, aims to reclaim success with multiple world championships and World Cup wins. Marcus Wyatt is another key player to watch.
Britain’s bobsleigh team, led by Brad Hall, seeks to end a 12-year medal drought after consistent performances against strong German sleds since Beijing, securing two world medals.
Lilah Fear and Lewis Gibson are well-positioned to potentially secure Britain’s first figure skating medal in over three decades, following their world bronze win in Boston last year.
In curling, Bruce Mouat and the women’s rink are aiming for success after recent achievements, with high expectations for the mixed team event featuring Mouat and Jen Dodds.
Apart from British athletes, keep an eye on international stars like Ilia Malinin and Lindsey Vonn, who are set to showcase their skills and experience at the Winter Olympics.
The NHL players return to compete for ice hockey medals after a 12-year hiatus, while Johannes Høsflot Klæbo is a strong favorite for gold in cross-country skiing.
For more details, get your copy of the Daily Mirror guide at participating outlets starting Wednesday, January 21. Online orders will be dispatched on the same day.
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