WINTER OLIMPIC GAMES MILANO-CORTINA 2026

 10.02.2026

DAILY DIARY...

OLIMPIADI MILANO-CORTINA 2026

Da qualche giorno sono iniziate le Olimpiadi invernale Milano-Cortina 2026.

La cerimonio d’apertura era uno spettacolo!. C’erano tutti i colori dell’universo

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Artisti da tutto il mondo si sono riuniti per cantare, ballare, recitare, omaggiando questo importante ed emozionante evento, sotto gli occhi del mondo intero. Gli atleti hanno sfilato entusiasti, portando con se tanta voglia di gareggiare.

ARMONIA e UNITÀ sono le parole chiavi di questi giochi. Bel messaggio!.

Lo scambio della scenografia, dalla cima delle montagne alla città ha regalato a tutti la bellezza del nostro Bel Paese, emozionando sia gli spettatori da casa ed i tanti presenti sul posto. Anch’io lo guardavo dalla mia poltrona di casa, insieme alla mia amica, (MARIA). Ci si scambiava alcune critiche, ma per lo più siamo rimaste incantate di tutta l’organizzazione fatta.

IN BOCCA A LUPO A TUTTI GLI ATLETI, vinca il migliore

“FAIR PLAY TO EVERYBODY”

 Ho apprezzato molto i discorsi inaugurali di queste due DONNE.

La presidente Kirsty Coventry ha omaggiato gli atleti per tutto lo sforzo e la passione che mettono nello sport, così come ho apprezzato il grido di pace di Charlize Theron."

 

 President Kirsty Coventry:

"Mr. President of the Republic, Dear Giovanni, Dear Athletes, Welcome to your Games!

Whether you are here in Milan, in Cortina, in Predazzo, or in Livigno: welcome! This is your moment. I know what it feels like—that indescribable mix of excitement and nerves. Your whole life of hard work, the early mornings, the sacrifices, and the defeats... it all comes down to this moment. I know that feeling: when you realize that you are here, you made it.

Be proud of the journey you have taken. And now, enjoy every second. Over the next two weeks, you will give us something special: you will show us what it means to be human. To dream, to fall, to rise again, and to respect one another. You will remind us that strength is not just about winning, but lies in courage, empathy, and heart.

You will not only create incredible memories: you will show the world how to truly live. This is why we love the Olympic Games. Through you, we see the best of ourselves. You remind us that we can be brave, that we can be kind, and that we can rise, no matter how hard we fall.

In Africa, where I come from, we have a word: Ubuntu. It means: 'I am because we are'. It reminds us that we are stronger together and that we only grow when we support each other.

In an era where much of the world is divided by conflict, your presence here proves that another world is possible. A world of unity, respect, and harmony.

Thank you for believing in the magic of the Olympic Games. The Olympic Flame, which has traveled across all of Italy, will now light your way and will burn for the first time in two different cauldrons, a symbol of a united and creative Italy.

Now it is your turn. These are your Games. We cannot wait to cheer for you and to be inspired by your courage. May your flame ignite hope and light our way!

Viva i Giochi Olimpici! Viva l'Italia!"

 

 

CHARLIZE THERON:

Athletes, spectators from every corner of the world, this is a message of peace by my beloved countryman Nelson Mandela. Peace is not just the absence of conflict. Peace is the creation of an environment where all can flourish, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, class, caste, or any other social markers of difference.

Today, this message seems more relevant than ever. So let these Games be more than just sport. Let them be a reminder of our common humanity, our respect for one another, and a resounding call for peace everywhere.

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TRANSLATION :

The Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics began a few days ago.

The opening ceremony was a spectacle! All the colors of the universe were there.

Artists from all over the world gathered to sing, dance, and perform, paying homage to this important and exciting event, before the eyes of the entire world. The athletes marched enthusiastically, bringing with them a great desire to compete.

HARMONY and UNITY are the key words of these games. A beautiful message!

The shift in scenery, from the mountaintops to the city, gave everyone the beauty of our beautiful country, thrilling both the spectators at home and the many in attendance. I also watched it from my armchair at home, along with my friend (MARIA). We exchanged some criticisms, but mostly we were enchanted by the entire organization.

GOOD LUCK TO ALL THE ATHLETES, may the best man win!

"FAIR PLAY TO EVERYBODY"

 

I really appreciated the inaugural speeches from these two WOMEN.

President Kirsty Coventry paid tribute to the athletes for all the effort and passion they put into their sport, just as I appreciated Charlize Theron's cry for peace.