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12-02-2026
Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate performed in a Minions costume at the 2026 Winter Olympics despite a last-minute music rights dispute. He placed 25th out of 29 skaters but received widespread support on social media, including from former U.S. Olympic figure skater Adam Rippon. Sabate had been performing the Minions program all season but was told he couldn't use the music just before the Olympics. He eventually obtained the necessary rights and was grateful for the outpouring of support, which made him realize how far his skating had brought him.
Entities: Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate, Minions, 2026 Winter Olympics, Milan, Universal Studios • Tone: positive • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
12-02-2026
Two-time national curling champion Rich Ruohonen, a Minnesota lawyer and member of Team USA, expressed concerns about the treatment of people's rights in his home state during an interview with CBS News at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. Ruohonen cited recent high-profile shootings involving federal immigration agents in Minneapolis, stating that constitutional rights such as freedom of speech and protection from unreasonable searches are not being followed. Despite the turmoil at home, Ruohonen highlighted the unity and compassion showcased by the Olympics, reflecting Minnesotan and American values. Fellow Team USA curler Luc Violette discussed the sport's unique aspects and its growing popularity. The article also touches on the challenges of curling as a physically demanding sport and its evolution over the years.
Entities: Rich Ruohonen, Minnesota, United States, 2026 Winter Olympics, Italy • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
12-02-2026
American skiers Elizabeth Lemley and Jaelin Kauf won gold and silver medals in the women's freestyle moguls skiing event at the Winter Olympics. 20-year-old Elizabeth Lemley made her Olympic debut with a score of 82.30 points, while 29-year-old Jaelin Kauf repeated as silver medalist with a score of 80.77. The medal ceremony was marked by an issue with Lemley's gold medal detaching from its ribbon, a problem acknowledged by organizers. Perrine Laffont of France took bronze, while defending champion Jakara Anthony of Australia finished eighth.
Entities: Elizabeth Lemley, Jaelin Kauf, Team USA, Winter Olympics, Milan Cortina Games • Tone: positive • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
12-02-2026
The article provides a recap of Day 5 of the 2026 Winter Olympics, highlighting several key events and performances. American speedskater Jordan Stolz set a new Olympic record in the 1,000-meter men's final, winning gold. The U.S. ice dance duo of Madison Chock and Evan Bates took silver, while Guillaume Cizeron and Laurence Beaudry Fournier of France won gold. In women's moguls, Liz Lemley and Jaelin Kauf delivered the best-ever Olympic performance for the U.S., with Lemley winning gold and Kauf taking silver. The article also reports on Lindsey Vonn's health update after a crash in the women's downhill event.
Entities: Jordan Stolz, 2026 Winter Olympics, Madison Chock, Evan Bates, Liz Lemley • Tone: positive • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
12-02-2026
The article discusses the challenges faced by figure skaters at the Winter Olympics in Milan due to music copyright rules. Several athletes, including Canadian ice dancers Marjorie Lajoie and Zachary Lagha, and American figure skater Amber Glenn, have encountered issues with using copyrighted music in their routines. The International Skating Union has emphasized the importance of obtaining proper licensing, but the process can be complex and costly. Some skaters have had to change their music at the last minute, while others have been fortunate enough to obtain the necessary permissions. The issue highlights the tension between the Olympic Committee's desire to make the sport more appealing to audiences and the need to respect intellectual property rights.
Entities: Marjorie Lajoie, Zachary Lagha, Amber Glenn, Seb McKinnon, Danny O'Shea • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
12-02-2026
The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina are nearing their conclusion, with the final medals to be awarded on February 22. As of February 9, 2026, Norway and Italy are tied for the lead in the medal count with 13 medals each, followed by the United States with 12 medals. The article provides a detailed breakdown of the medal count by country and sport, as well as a day-by-day schedule of events. The medal count is topped by Norway and Italy, who are tied in first place with 7 and 4 gold medals respectively. The United States is in third place with 4 gold medals.
Entities: Norway, Italy, United States, Milan Cortina, 2026 Winter Olympics • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
