Exclusive: Monti details 'Armonia' as Milan Cortina 2026 Olympics hits 100-day mark

In the latest edition of Talk Sports, as the countdown to the Milano Cortina Winter Olympic Games reaches the 100-day mark, Sports Scene's Zhu Mandan secured an exclusive interview with Andrea Monti, Chief Communication Officer of the organizing committee. The discussion centered on the underlying concept of the opening ceremony theme, 'Armonia', and what Italy hopes to showcase in its third hosting of the Winter Olympic Games.

Monti elaborated on the significance of 'Armonia', emphasizing its connection to the 'widespread' project envisioned for Milano Cortina 2026. The opening ceremony is poised to unfold as a tapestry of choral stories that encapsulate the essence of the Italian way of life, celebrating the culture, innovation, and unity that the Games represent.

Monti also expressed the organizing committee's alignment with Chinese President Xi Jinping's vision of building "a community with a shared future for mankind". This sentiment underscores the Games' potential to bridge cultures and foster international collaboration.

A core tenet of the Milano Cortina 2026 philosophy, according to Monti, is the principle that "Games adapt to territories". Monti reflected on the lessons learned from the Beijing 2022 Games, recognizing the Olympics as a valuable opportunity for both Italy and China to enhance collaboration in areas such as innovation and expertise.