Winter Olympics legend Yang Yang, China’s first gold medalist in the Games and current World Anti-Doping Agency Vice President, just dropped some 🔥 insights about the upcoming Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics in an exclusive chat with CGTN Sports Scene. With the Games less than a year away, she’s all about tech, teamwork, and inspiring Gen Z!
❤️ Nostalgia alert: Yang competed at the 2006 Turin Winter Olympics (yes, 20 years ago!), and returning to Italy now feels full-circle. "It’s special to go back with a different role—not as an athlete, but still part of the magic," she shared, hinting at her behind-the-scenes advocacy work.
💡 Tech is the MVP this time, according to Yang. "Athletes have pre-Game models, data analytics, and strategic tools now—it’s a team sport beyond the ice," she said, comparing today’s high-tech prep to her own 2006 grind. "Details make differences."
🌟 Role models = game-changers! Yang stressed how new stars born at Milano Cortina could spark a ❄️ winter sports revolution among youth, especially with China’s 2022 Olympic facilities still boosting access. "Legacy isn’t just medals—it’s inspiring the next wave," she added.
Shoutout to China’s 2026 squad: Yang’s rooting for them to blend skill, strategy, and that signature hustle. Let’s go! 🚀
