The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics reached a fever pitch on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, as Day 5 delivered a masterclass in speed, technical precision, and emotional redemption. From the blistering ice of the speed skating oval to the treacherous slopes of the Alps, today’s events significantly reshuffled the medal table.
With powerhouse nations like Norway, Switzerland, and the United States locking horns, Day 5 proved that in the Winter Games, records are meant to be broken and sometimes, by wide margins.
Jordan Stolz Shatters Records in the Men’s 1000m
The story of the day was undoubtedly American speed skating sensation Jordan Stolz. At just 21 years old, Stolz entered the Men’s 1000m as the world record holder and the heavy favorite.
He did not just win; he dominated.
Stolz clocked a staggering 1:06.28, setting a new Olympic record and securing the first U.S. gold in this event since Shani Davis in 2010. After a tight battle with Dutch star Jenning de Boo (Silver) in the penultimate pairing, Stolz found another gear in the final lap to win by a half second the largest margin of victory in this event since 1984. China’s Ning Zhongyan rounded out the podium with a Bronze.
Alpine Skiing: Franjo von Allmen’s Golden Hat-Trick
On the slopes, Switzerland’s Franjo von Allmen continued his meteoric rise. By winning the Men’s Super-G, von Allmen secured his third gold medal of these Games (adding to his Downhill and Team Combined titles).
American Ryan Cochran-Siegle delivered a gritty performance to earn his second consecutive Olympic Silver, finishing just fractions of a second behind the Swiss leader. The result further solidifies Switzerland’s position near the top of the medal standings.
Freestyle Skiing: A 1-2 Finish for Team USA
The Women’s Moguls provided the “feel-good” moment of Day 5 for American fans. Elizabeth Lemley and Jaelin Kauf turned the final run into a private duel, ultimately finishing Gold and Silver respectively. This dominant display catapulted the United States up the medal table, which is currently a tight race between the U.S., Switzerland, and Germany for the second-place spot.
Current Medal Table (End of Day 5 – Feb 11, 2026)
| Rank | Country | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
| 1 | Norway | 7 | 2 | 4 | 13 |
| 2 | Switzerland | 4 | 1 | 2 | 7 |
| 3 | United States | 3 | 5 | 2 | 10 |
| 4 | Germany | 3 | 2 | 1 | 6 |
| 5 | Sweden | 3 | 2 | 1 | 6 |
Day 6 Preview: What to Watch on Thursday, February 12
As we move into Day 6, the focus shifts to the arrival of NHL stars in the Men’s Ice Hockey tournament and legendary quests for “three peats” on the snowboard halfpipe.
1. Men’s Ice Hockey: NHL Stars Take the Ice
For the first time since 2014, the best players in the world are back. Group play heats up today with two massive matchups:
- Canada vs. Czechia: Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon make their long awaited Olympic debuts.
- USA vs. Latvia: Team USA, led by Auston Matthews and Tage Thompson, looks to set a physical tone early in Group C.
2. Chloe Kim’s Quest for History
In the Women’s Snowboard Halfpipe Final, Chloe Kim will attempt to become the first snowboarder ever to win three consecutive Olympic gold medals. After a commanding performance in yesterday’s qualifiers (scoring a 90.25), she is the woman to beat. Watch out for fellow American Maddie Mastro, who qualified in third.
3. Alpine Skiing: Women’s Super-G
Home favorite Sofia Goggia will look to capture gold on Italian soil. After a bronze in the Downhill earlier this week, the pressure is on the Italian star to deliver a signature win in front of the local crowd.
4. Short Track & Speed Skating
- Women’s 500m Final: Italian legend Arianna Fontana looks to add a 13th Olympic medal to her tally.
- Women’s 5000m: A test of pure endurance on the long track where the Dutch are expected to reclaim their footing.