Get ready for an action-packed day at the Winter Olympics 2026! Here's a quick guide to what you shouldn't miss on Day 5, Wednesday, February 11. But here's where it gets controversial... While many will be tuning in for the snowboard halfpipe qualifiers, we're also keeping an eye on the Nordic Combined event, which combines cross-country skiing with ski jumping. It's a unique and lesser-known sport, but one that could surprise us with some incredible performances. And this is the part most people miss... Don't forget about the women's 15km individual biathlon, where Darcie Morton will be representing Australia in her first Games. It's a challenging event that requires both speed and precision, and we're excited to see how she fares. So, mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable day of Olympic sports! But first, let's dive into the highlights:
What's on?
Snowboard Halfpipe Qualifiers: At 8:30pm AEDT, catch the Aussies Emily Arthur and Amelie Haskell, as well as two-time medallist Scotty James and Val Guseli, in the men's qualification. It's a high-octane event that will have you on the edge of your seat.
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Women's 15km Individual Biathlon: Also starting at 12:15am AEDT, Darcie Morton will be representing Australia in her first Games. It's a challenging event that requires both speed and precision, and we're excited to see how she fares.
Figure Skating Free Dance: Holly Harris and Jason Chan will wrap up their program with a free dance to Clair de Lune at 5:30am AEDT. It's a beautiful and emotional performance that you won't want to miss.
Stay across the action
If you can't get enough of the action, you can stream the games live on 9Now or Stan Sport. Don't miss out on any of the thrilling moments! But before you tune in, let's explore some of the lesser-known sports that could surprise us with some incredible performances.
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The Winter Olympics is a celebration of athletic excellence, and while the snowboard halfpipe qualifiers and moguls final are undoubtedly exciting, we're also keeping an eye on the Nordic Combined event. It's a unique and lesser-known sport that combines cross-country skiing with ski jumping, and we're curious to see how the athletes fare in this challenging and dynamic event. So, while you're enjoying the snowboard halfpipe qualifiers, be sure to tune in to the Nordic Combined event as well. It could be the surprise performance of the Games! Now, let's dive into the action and see what the Winter Olympics 2026 has in store for us.
