As the Winter Olympics approach their end, a few final medal events are underway.
Irene Gu, already a two-time silver medalist at these Games, is set to take part in her last competition at the Milan-Cortina Games, specifically the freeski halfpipe. She previously secured a gold medal in halfpipe at the 2022 Beijing Olympics.
Tricks are crucial in halfpipe, much like they are in slopestyle and big air. Competitors are evaluated based on the complexity and variety of their tricks, the quality of execution, the ability to maintain height, and whether they can creatively link new tricks or combos.
In the finals, skiers will have three attempts to complete their halfpipe runs. The highest score from any of these attempts will be considered, with the best three skiers making it to the podium.
2026 Olympic Women’s Freeski Halfpipe Schedule
The finals for the Women’s Halfpipe are scheduled for Saturday, February 21st, at 1:30 PM ET.
The second run kicks off at 1:59 PM, followed by the last run at 2:28 PM ET.
How to watch women’s freeski halfpipe racer Elin Gu for free
If you’re without cable, a Live TV streaming service can let you watch the Olympics at no cost.
DIRECTV offers the best option for free live TV, with a 5-day trial that includes NBC. After the trial, plans start at $49.99 per month for over 90 channels.
Sling TV is another budget-friendly alternative for streaming the Olympics, with packages starting at $19.99 per month, including NBC.
Women’s Freeski Halfpipe Start List
- Kate Gray (USA)
- Liu Yishan (China)
- Nisha Thomas (NZL)
- Rachel Kirker (Canada)
- Svea Irving (USA)
- Amy Fraser (Canada)
- Zhang Kexin (CHN)
- Ailing Irene Gu (CHN)
- Indra Brown (Australia)
- Kathy Sharp (CAN)
- Fanhui Li (China)
- Zoe Atkin (UK)
2026 Winter Olympics
When will the Winter Olympics end?
The 2026 Winter Olympics will wrap up with a closing ceremony on February 22nd at 2:30 PM ET.
