Details you missed in the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony

The opening ceremony at the 2026 Olympic Games in Milan.

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• The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics officially began with the opening ceremony on Friday.
• The performances highlighted Italy's legacy of music, fashion, arts, and culture.
• Team USA's opening ceremony outfits, designed by Ralph Lauren, featured patriotic touches.

Athletes and spectators filled Milan's San Siro Stadium to kick off the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics on Friday.