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Controversial Olympic Call Left Unappealed

February 15, 2026 | Edition #421 |
After Lindsey Vonn’s positive update, American fans would have regained a little bit of their lost morale. Alas, that wouldnt have lasted long after knowing that Mikaela Shiffrin missed out on a medal once again.
AROUND THE RINGS

TODAY’S POLL
As you read above, US Figure Skating has decided not to appeal the controversial score that cost Madison Chock and Evan Bates a chance at Olympic gold. So tell us,
Do You Think Madison Chock and Evan Bates Should Have Been Granted an Appeal Over Their Controversial Score? |

Life inside the Olympic Village and team houses rarely makes headlines. This time, it did. Team Austria’s house in Cortina turned into a scene worth watching.

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