Alex Ferreira, an American men’s Olympic skiing medalist, has opened up to Fox News Digital about the intense rivalry between the U.S. and Canada in men’s skiing that will be renewed at the 2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Games. The competition, driven by national pride and a rich history of competition between the two nations, is expected to reach new heights in the upcoming event.
The U.S. and Canada have a long-standing tradition of competing at the highest level in alpine skiing, with each nation producing world-class athletes and consistently challenging each other for supremacy. Ferreira, who has represented the U.S. in previous Winter Olympics, emphasized that the rivalry is not only about winning medals but also about showcasing the best form of the sport.
As the 2026 Games draw closer, both countries are ramping up their training programs and investment in their skier talent. With the event set to take place in Italy, the competition is expected to be fierce, with both nations eager to assert their dominance on the slopes.