This month at Milano Cortina, the United Arab Emirates made its Winter Games debut in alpine skiing, showcasing its sporting progress, international presence, and commitment to competitive diversity.

The UAE marked a historic milestone in its sporting journey with its first participation in the Olympic Winter Games at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter

MILANO, 20th February, 2026 (WAM) -- The United Arab Emirates has concluded its historic first participation at the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026, held in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo from 6 to 22 February.

The UAE makes history by sending a senior team to the Winter Olympics for the first time at Milan-Cortina 2026, showcasing its determination and investment in winter sports despite geographic challenges.

Alex Astridge is set to make history this month as the first male alpine skier to represent the UAE at the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026. This milestone is the culmination of a decade-long strategic partnership between Majid Al Futtaim’s Ski Dubai,

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The 2026 Winter Olympics will see athletes competing from five MENA countries: Morocco, Lebanon, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and debutants the UAE.

Determination is at the heart of how a Hawke's Bay-raised athlete became part of the United Arab Emirates first ever winter Olympic team.

Among the surprises of the Winter Olympics this year has been the debut of a team from the United Arab Emirates. The small, desert country is fielding two athletes at these Games - including one born in New Zealand.

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