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EPISODE · Feb 23, 2026 · 18 MIN

The beauty and brutality of the Winter Olympic Games, with Chemmy Alcott

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The 2026 Winter Olympic Games has been historic for Team GB, with podium placements in snowboarding, skiing, skeleton and curling. So, what exactly is in the mountain air this year?In this episode, host Tamara Kormornick speaks to decorated British ski champion, coach and winter sports pundit, Chemmy Alcott, about her experience reporting from the Winter Games at Milano-Cortina. They discuss the highs and lows for Team GB, the legacy of the 2026 Winter Games for British athletes, Chemmy’s recommendations for winter sports training facilities if you live in London, and of course, this year’s biggest scandals - both on and off the ice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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