Freestyle skiing has reached its most exciting phase at the 2026 Winter Olympics, with multiple medal events taking place over the next few days. Known for its speed, height, and technical skills, freestyle skiing includes disciplines such as moguls, aerials, ski cross, slopestyle, halfpipe, and big air.
Competitions are being held at the snow parks in Livigno and Cortina, where changing weather conditions and high-pressure finals are adding extra drama to the Olympic action.
Event Status So Far
Several freestyle events have already been completed, while others are entering the final stages.
| Event | Status |
|---|---|
| Women’s Slopestyle | Completed |
| Men’s Slopestyle | Completed |
| Aerials (Men/Women) | Ongoing |
| Ski Cross | Knockout rounds underway |
| Moguls | Women completed, Men final pending |
| Halfpipe & Big Air | Final stages approaching |
The remaining competitions over the next three days will decide multiple Olympic champions.
Upcoming Schedule Events
| Event | Date | Time (ET) | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Men’s Moguls Final | Feb 22 | 8:30 AM | 7:00 PM |
| Women’s Ski Cross Final | Feb 22 | 12:30 PM | 11:00 PM |
| Men’s Halfpipe Qualification | Feb 23 | 5:00 AM | 3:30 PM |
| Men’s Big Air Final | Feb 24 | 6:00 PM | 4:30 AM (Feb 25 IST) |
| Final Medal Day | Feb 25 | Multiple events | Multiple timings |
Note: Event timings may change due to weather conditions.
Where to Watch
| Platform | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Olympics.com / Olympics App | Free live streaming of all events |
| JioCinema / JioHotstar | Selected live events and highlights |
| Olympics YouTube Channel | Highlights and key moments |
| Sports18 / Sony TEN | Highlights and analysis |
Global Broadcasters
| Country | Platform |
|---|---|
| USA | Peacock, NBC |
| UK | BBC iPlayer, Discovery+, Eurosport |
| Canada | CBC Gem, Sportsnet Now |
| Worldwide | Olympics.com (availability varies) |
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Key Players to Watch
Moguls & Aerials Specialists
These events demand technical precision and perfect landings. Athletes who combine speed with clean execution are strong medal contenders.
Ski Cross Racers
In ski cross, four athletes race head-to-head. Expect aggressive racing and close finishes, where experience and smart line selection matter most.
Halfpipe & Big Air Stars
These disciplines focus on height, rotation, and creativity. Athletes attempting high-difficulty tricks and clean landings will dominate the podium race.
USA Spotlight
The United States has already secured a major freestyle medal in slopestyle and will look to add more medals in moguls, halfpipe, and big air finals.
Weather and Competition Conditions
Light snowfall has been reported in Livigno, which could affect visibility and course speed. Organizers are monitoring conditions, and minor schedule adjustments remain possible.
Freestyle skiing has become one of the most popular Winter Olympic sports because of:
- High-risk aerial tricks
- Fast-paced knockout races
- Youth-driven competition
- Close scoring margins
With several finals still to come, the next few days will decide the biggest names of the 2026 Winter Olympics freestyle skiing competition.
Also see: Team USA Crushes Slovakia 6-2, Sets Up Dream Gold Medal Clash With Canada at Winter Olympics 2026
