Luge athletes got a feel of the Cortina Olympic track on Wednesday, many of them for the first time, as training for the men's singles immediately showed what a technical challenge it will present for all three sliding sports.

There are six Russian sliders on the entry list for this weekend's World Cup luge races in Lake Placid, New York, all hoping to accumulate enough standings points to earn a berth at this winter's Milan Cortina Olympics. They are scheduled to be part of ...

The two-time medalist and former Team USA flag bearer will lead athletes competing Feb. 7-12 at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy.