2026 Winter Olympics: Figure Skating Team Event Set to Begin
The anticipation is building as the first figure skating medal of the 2026 Winter Olympics is set to be awarded today. With the conclusion of the team event, fans are eager to witness which country will take home the coveted gold.
What to Expect on Day 3
Key Events:
- Pairs Free Skate
- Women’s Free Skate
- Men’s Free Skate
As the final rounds unfold today, the standings will be determined by cumulative scores based on placements. At the end of today’s events, the team with the highest total points will win the gold, the second place will secure silver, and the third will earn bronze.
Current Standings
Team USA, the reigning champions from the 2022 Winter Olympics, has maintained an impressive lead. After dominating performances, including a first-place finish by ice dancers Madison Chock and Evan Bates and a close second by the highly lauded "quad god" Ilia Malinin, Team USA stands at:
- United States: 44 points
- Japan: 39 points
- Italy: 37 points
- Canada: 35 points
- Georgia: 32 points
Event Schedule
Here’s the detailed schedule for Day 3 of the figure skating team event (all times ET):
- Pairs Free Skate: February 8, 1:30 p.m.
- Women’s Free Skate: February 8, 2:45 p.m.
- Men’s Free Skate: February 8, 3:55 p.m.
Watching the Olympics
For those without cable, there are options to stream figure skating live. DIRECTV offers a free five-day trial which includes access to the USA Network, the channel broadcasting the Olympics. You can also opt for a subscription to Peacock, starting at $10.99/month, for complete coverage of the Games.
Pro Tip: Make sure to check out DIRECTV for a comprehensive live streaming experience here.
How the Team Event Works
Introduced during the 2014 Winter Olympics, the team event integrates all four disciplines of figure skating: men’s singles, women’s singles, pairs, and ice dance. Here’s how it operates:
- Judging: Teams earn points based on their placements, with the highest score earning 10 points for their country, second place earning 9, and so forth.
- Structure: The competition features two rounds:
- The first round sees the top 10 teams compete in rhythm dance and short programs. The bottom five teams are eliminated.
- The second round features the remaining teams performing their free dances and skates.
Final Notes
The 2026 Winter Olympics are set to wrap up with the closing ceremony on February 22, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. ET. As fans eagerly await the announcement of today’s medal winners, the excitement surrounding figure skating continues to build. Be sure to follow the events closely for the latest updates and results.
For more information on the full figure skating schedule, visit the official Olympics website here.
Stay tuned for more updates on the Winter Olympics as the competition heats up!
