U.S. women's hockey team begins play at Milan Cortina Winter Olympics

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The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina have begun with early hockey and snowboarding events preceding the official opening ceremony. The U.S. women's hockey team is set to play its first match. Lindsey Vonn plans to compete in downhill, team combined, and super-G, contingent on her knee's condition. Vonn, a three-time Olympic medalist, is making her fifth Olympic appearance. She debuted in 2002 and has won gold and bronze medals in previous Games.


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