What is the Olympic anthem? History behind the song at the Opening Ceremony

The Olympic anthem, first performed at the 1896 Athens Games, was featured at the 2026 Milan Cortina Opening Ceremony. Here’s the history behind the song. (AP photo) ...

USA hockey goal song, explained: How 'Free Bird' became the U.S. anthem for 2026 Olympics

Here's how the song became the heartbeat of USA hockey. Team USA's goal song at the 2026 Milan Olympics is "Free Bird" by ...
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Andrea Bocelli, Mariah Carey Sing in Italian as Classical Music Takes Center Stage at Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony

Classical music was the focus at the 2026 Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony, held in Milan, Italy, February 6. World-renowned ...

Russian flag and anthem set to return at next month's Paralympics after a decade-long absence

MILAN (AP) — Russian athletes will compete under their own flag at the Paralympics for the first time in more than a decade, ...