Hockey Tournament Final: Overtime and Gold for the USA
The final highlight of the Olympics was the men's hockey tournament final, where the USA team won a tense battle against Canada with a score of 2:1 in overtime, claiming Olympic gold for the first time since 1980.
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The match was a true drama, with the decisive goal scored by Jack Hughes, who became the hero of the day. The bronze medals went to the Finnish team, which had previously defeated Slovakia with a score of 6:1.
Skiing Competitions: Swedish Victory and Disqualification Scandal
In the women's 50 km classic race, gold was won by Swedish skier Ebba Andersson, who shone with a powerful finish. Norwegian Heidi Weng took silver, while the bronze went to Swiss skier Nadja Kälin.
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However, the race was remembered not only for the sporting achievements but also for a scandal: Russian skier Daria Nepryaeva was disqualified for violating equipment change rules. This decision sparked heated discussions among spectators and experts.
Curling: Swedish Team Shows Resilience
In the final of the women's curling tournament, the Swedish team defeated the Swiss team, finishing the match with a score of 6:5. The fate of the gold was decided in the final ends, where the Swedish players demonstrated composure and strategic prowess.
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This victory was a logical conclusion to the successful performance of the Swedish team throughout the tournament.
Freestyle: Eileen Gu Shines Again
In the women's freestyle halfpipe competition, Eileen Gu, representing China, won. She showcased a technically challenging and nearly flawless routine, significantly outpacing her competitors in the judges' scores.
Eileen Gu was born and raised in California, competing for the USA until 2019, but now represents China. Photo Getty Images.
Her victory reaffirmed her leadership in world freestyle and strengthened the Chinese team's position in the medal standings.
Bobsleigh: Germans Back on the Podium
In the four-man bobsleigh competition, German teams confirmed their status as favorites, winning gold and silver, while the bronze went to the Swiss team.Germany is traditionally considered one of the strongest countries in bobsleigh, and this final performance only underscores the high level of preparation and depth of talent among German pilots.
Medal Standings: Norway in First Place
At the end of the Olympics, the Norwegian team took first place in the medal standings, winning 18 gold medals and a total of 41 medals. Skiers played a significant role in this success, including multiple champion Johannes Høsflot Klæbo.The USA team finished the Olympics with 12 gold medals, and their victory in the hockey tournament became one of the symbols of these Games.
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Closing Ceremony: Farewell to the Olympics
In the evening, the solemn closing ceremony of the Olympics took place at the Arena di Verona. The historic amphitheater hosted a parade of athletes, cultural performances, and a symbolic handover of the Olympic flag to the organizers of the next Games.
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The 2026 Olympics will be remembered as a competition of bright emotions, loud victories, and unexpected outcomes. The final day was a worthy conclusion to two weeks of intense competition, confirming that sports is always a struggle until the last moment, where both seconds and character matter.
