THE GREATEST SHOW ON THE SNOW
​THE WINTER OLYMPICS LAUNCHES ON STAN SPORT

6 February, 2026 - The world’s greatest winter sporting spectacle is underway, with the Opening Ceremony set to officially launch Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 live and on demand on Stan Sport.

From the first moment to the final medal, Stan Sport will bring fans the most comprehensive Winter Olympics coverage ever delivered in Australia, streaming every event live and on demand across more than two weeks of unforgettable action.

Milano Cortina will ignite with a spectacular Opening Ceremony live in 4K on Stan Sport, Saturday 5:50am AEDT, delivering a historic first as the celebration unfolds across multiple cities. Held at the iconic Milano San Siro Olympic Stadium, the ceremony will feature global superstars Mariah Carey, Laura Pausini and Andrea Bocelli, before the Olympic cauldrons are lit in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, setting the stage for Milano Cortina 2026.

The opening week of Milano Cortina 2026 will deliver wall-to-wall action, with early medals on the line across Alpine Skiing, Freestyle Skiing, Snowboard and Speed Skating. Fans can witness the first Australian medal moments unfold live, alongside must-watch clashes in Ice Hockey and Figure Skating, as the world’s best athletes set the tone for the Games. From record-breaking runs to breakthrough performances, Stan Sport’s comprehensive coverage ensures fans won’t miss a single defining moment from the opening days of competition.

Stan Sport will be the premium destination for the most complete Winter Olympics coverage ever delivered in Australia, and the only place to watch every event across fifteen dedicated sport feeds. Two feature channels and a dedicated news channel delivering the biggest moments, expert analysis and highlights throughout The Games.

Returning after its success at Paris 2024, Stan Sport will also offer exclusive international broadcast coverage, including Eurosport’s Team GB and two Team Italia channels, alongside live coverage from Sky New Zealand – giving fans even greater access to global commentary and perspective.

Complementing the extensive live offering, Stan Sport will provide the most comprehensive on-demand experience yet, with full event replays, highlights, minis, and rapid recaps to relive the thrilling action.

Fans can also follow every Australian storyline through the dedicated Aussie Hub on Stan Sport — the ultimate destination for local athletes and moments. This includes access to Channel 9 and 9Gem’s live coverage, broadcast from a studio overlooking Livigno Snow Park, featuring Australia’s most trusted presenters, Winter Olympic legends, and a daily highlights show capturing the best of the Games.

More information about The Winter Olympics on Stan Sport, including an upcoming schedule of events is available here.

Watch The Winter Olympics on the 9Network, 9Now and Stan Sport.

For media enquiries or interview requests, please contact: 

Hamish Birt
​​Head of Communications & PR - Sport, Stan ​
​Hamish.Birt@stan.com.au