The National Olympic Committee (NOC) of the UAE in cooperation with the UAE Winter Sports Federation and Ski Dubai, on Sunday honoured the athletes

Alex Astridge hopes to inspire younger generation representing UAE at Olympics - Astridge was born in Cambridge but moved to the UAE as a baby.

From deserts to snow-covered peaks, the Middle East and North Africa are making some serious noise at the Winter Olympics. Milano Cortina 2026 (February 6–22) isn’t just about medals, it’s about trailblazers rewriting what winter sport looks like.

"Amid pressing international conflicts, the Olympics is one of the most significant geopolitical events of the year."

It’s amazing for all the kids back in Ski Dubai because they can see that there's a pathway and there's an end goal."

The UAE’s participation in the Winter Olympics is particularly noteworthy, as it will be their first appearance in this prestigious event. Historically, Middle Eastern nations have faced challenges in winter sports due to their predominantly warm climates,

The 2026 Winter Olympics are bringing thousands of athletes from around the world together for more than two weeks of competition — and the Games are a gold mine for statistics.

The Milano Cortina Winter Olympics kick off in February 2026! Learn more about the opening ceremony festivities now.

The 2026 Winter Olympics will officially get underway with a landmark Opening Ceremony to launch the Milano Cortina Games. Fans around the world will be tuning in, and key details around the date, location,