Torch relay for 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics held in Milan

By Xinhua News , Agency

Published at 03:37 PM Feb 09 2026

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(Xinhua/Li Jing)

Former Chinese basketball legend Yao Ming relays the torch during the torch relay for 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, Feb. 6, 2026.

The torch relay for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics was held in Milan, marking a symbolic and celebratory moment ahead of the Games. Crowds lined the streets as the Olympic flame made its way through the city, carried by selected torchbearers including athletes, community leaders and youth representatives.

The event showcased Italy’s rich culture and enthusiasm for winter sports, while building excitement for the upcoming Games set to be co-hosted by Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo. The relay emphasized unity, peace and the Olympic spirit as preparations continue toward the global sporting spectacle.

xiFormer Chinese basketball legend Yao Ming relays the torch during the torch relay for 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, Feb. 6, 2026. (Xinhua/Li Jing)xiFormer Chinese basketball legend Yao Ming relays the torch during the torch relay for 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, Feb. 6, 2026. (Xinhua/Li Jing)

International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Kirsty Coventry (R) and Coca-Cola CEO James Quincey relay the torch during the torch relay for 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, Feb. 6, 2026. (Xinhua/Li Jing)

Former Chinese basketball legend Yao Ming relays the torch during the torch relay for 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, Feb. 6, 2026. (Xinhua/Li Jing)

Former Chinese basketball legend Yao Ming (L) and Coca-Cola CEO James Quincey relay the torch during the torch relay for 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, Feb. 6, 2026. (Xinhua/Li Jing)

International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Kirsty Coventry (R) hugs Coca-Cola CEO James Quincey during the torch relay for 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, Feb. 6, 2026. (Xinhua/Li Jing)

International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Kirsty Coventry holds the torch during the torch relay for 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, Feb. 6, 2026. (Xinhua/Li Jing)

International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Kirsty Coventry holds the torch during the torch relay for 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, Feb. 6, 2026. (Xinhua/Li Jing)

International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Kirsty Coventry holds the torch during the torch relay for 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, Feb. 6, 2026. (Xinhua/Li Jing)

International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Kirsty Coventry holds the torch during the torch relay for 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, Feb. 6, 2026. (Xinhua/Li Jing)

International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Kirsty Coventry (L) and IOC Member Anita DeFrantz take part in the torch relay for 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, Feb. 6, 2026. (Xinhua/Li Jing)

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