The torch relay for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics set off on Wednesday from Olympia, the Greek birthplace of the ancient Games. Carried by Greek rower Petros Gkaidatzis and then jointly with Italian cross-country skiing champion Stefania Belmondo. The relay began the countdown to the Winter Games, which will open on February 6. #winter #olympics #italy #greece #ancientcivilisations #sports