Hungary's perspective on speed skater Kim Min-seok, a medalist preparing for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics with Hungarian nationality, is colder than expected. While his Olympic participation remains possible, cautious assessments about his medal prospects are following.

Here's what to know about the Parade of Nations in the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony and how the country order is determined.

The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, mark a historic moment for the Games. Not only because Italy is hosting for the first time since Torino 2006, but because these Olympics will be taking place in multiple locations, with venues scattered across the Italian Alps and Dolomites.