There is a great deal of optimism surrounding Team GB’s potential for a successful medal collection at the upcoming Winter Olympics. The Daily Mirror has released a comprehensive guide to the Games, featuring exclusive interviews, insights into top contenders, profiles of international stars, and explanations of the 16 sports to be showcased in Milan Cortina.
For those eager to plan their viewing schedule, a day-to-day guide is available to ensure you don’t miss any of the thrilling action on the snow and ice. Among the standout athletes to watch is Mia Brookes, who at just 16, became the youngest snowboarding world champion ever and aims to secure multiple medals in slopestyle and big air events.
Zoe Atkin, following her sister Izzy’s bronze win in 2018, is a force to reckon with in freestyle skiing’s halfpipe, having clinched world gold and the World Cup title. Another rising star is Kirsty Muir, a double X Games medalist and Youth Olympic medalist at the age of 21, competing in big air and slopestyle disciplines.
Excitement is guaranteed in snowboard cross, where Charlotte Bankes, despite a setback in Beijing, has since claimed world silver and numerous World Cup triumphs, partnering with Huw Nightingale for a strong team event showing. In skeleton, Matt Weston leads the charge as a two-time world champion and multiple World Cup victor, with Marcus Wyatt as a formidable contender.
Bobsleigh hopeful Brad Hall’s crew has been a consistent threat to top teams since Beijing, securing two world medals. Figure skaters Lilah Fear and Lewis Gibson are poised for a podium finish, aiming to secure Britain’s first medal in the discipline since Torvill and Dean’s bronze 32 years ago.
In curling, Bruce Mouat boasts two world titles post his Beijing silver, while the women’s rink clinched silver at the recent Europeans. Keep an eye on Mouat and Jen Dodds in the mixed team event. Additionally, be prepared for stellar performances from renowned figures like Ilia Malinin and Lindsey Vonn, along with the return of NHL stars in ice hockey medal contention after 12 years.
Johannes Høsflot Klæbo is a strong favorite for gold in cross-country skiing. To delve into the full Winter Olympics experience, purchase your copy of the Daily Mirror guide for exclusive insights.
