Milano Cortina 2026: a technological revolution in athlete preparation Sport and innovation are united under the banner of the Samsung Galaxy Team

There's less and less time until the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games. Italy and the whole world are preparing to experience one of the most anticipated sporting events, while excitement among fans grows and athletes fine-tune the final details of their preparation ahead of the most important moment of their careers. At this stage, every detail can make a difference, and where human strength doesn't reach, technology comes into play.

In this spirit, Samsung Electronics Italy, a global Olympic and Paralympic partner, presents the Team Samsung Galaxy, a squad made up of 40 Italian athletes that represents the meeting of sport and innovation — a true emotional bridge between passion and technology. With Team Samsung Galaxy, the company does not merely offer support, but proposes a vision in which innovation becomes a tool, an ally, and a source of inspiration for athletes and the public.

Galaxy technologies become a means to bridge distances, share stories of dedication, and build communities, giving athletes a voice at every stage of their Olympic journey. Among the team's protagonists are Dominik Paris, Elena Curtoni, Giacomo Bertagnolli, Giorgia Collomb, and Jole Galli, who, less than three months before the start of the Games, shared their emotions and expectations for the great adventure of Milano Cortina 2026.

There is less and less time before the start of Milano Cortina 2026. What are your expectations?

Dominik Paris: "My expectations don't change: I always aim to be the fastest on the course. It's essential to start off on the right foot to gain confidence, and my goal is to reach the best possible condition in February, ahead of Milano Cortina".

Elena Curtoni: "My expectations for Milano Cortina are not simply expectations: they are goals, dreams, motivations. I want to arrive at these Olympics ready and competitive, but also able to enjoy every moment, having fun and truly giving my all".

Giacomo Bertagnolli: "I try to focus on the present, giving my best every day to arrive as prepared as possible. I'm confident that all the effort and work done so far will be rewarded at the right moment. My goal? To improve on the results I achieved last time".

Giorgia Collomb: "It's a big dream, getting closer and closer for all of us. But for me, the first step will undoubtedly be to earn qualification for the Olympic team".

Jole Galli: "I always try to keep expectations low so I don't put too much pressure on myself. But it's useless to deny it: the dream of a medal is there".

What does it mean to you to represent Italy at an edition of the Olympic Games held in Italy?

DP: "Representing Italy at the Olympic Games is always a great honor. I have already had the good fortune to participate in the past, but doing it at home, in front of our crowd, has a special meaning. The goal is to give our best to achieve a great result and celebrate together with all of Italy".

EC: "Representing Italy is always a wonderful thing, but being able to do it at an edition of the Games held in our country would be an even greater source of pride. I am happy to be in the race to reach this milestone".

GB: "It will be a huge honor for me, as well as a unique opportunity to show everyone what I can do. I hope the public can discover how fascinating this world is and understand what we Paralympic athletes are made of. Despite what many may think, we are athletes who give their all every day, chasing a dream and a goal like anyone else. Being able to share such an important event with friends, family and all of Italy will be extraordinary. I want to live it to the fullest, regardless of the results that come".

GC: "I am already very proud to be part of the Italian ski team, and being able to participate in the Games would be an immense honor for me".

JG: "I believe the Olympics, and sport in general, have the power to unite nations. Feeling loved at home is a wonderful feeling, and in my case, in Livigno, it perhaps means even more. It's something magical".

How is the preparation going? Is there a special atmosphere in the group?

DP: "The preparation is going well and every day we try to give our best. The group is growing and there's a lot of work behind it. When everyone gives their all, they can lift even those who haven't yet found their rhythm. I think we're improving day by day, and there's a nice atmosphere that allows us to work really well".

EC: "The preparation is going well: I feel calm, serene, and I'm starting to feel butterflies in my stomach, sensing the season is about to start".

GB: "Training is going very well and, day by day, you begin to feel the approach of the big event. After nearly four years of preparation, we are almost there: now we just need to hold on until the end".

GC: "The preparation is proceeding as every year, with all of us committed to giving our best. I'm fortunate to be part of a wonderful group and I'll do everything possible to learn from each of them so I can later give my best".

JG: "The preparation is going well, and on skis we have fun. There's little time left until the season starts and we can't wait to begin, but we try to keep the tension low: the Olympics are still a bit away".

Details make the difference between victory and defeat. In this context, how does technology fit in and how are you using it during training?

DP: "During training I must always maintain a high level of concentration. Technology can be a great help in certain situations, but it also requires a lot of readiness and attention to conditions: we practice an outdoor sport, where everything can change in an instant, and you must always be on point".

EC: "In our sport, details really make the difference: you win or lose by hundredths of a second. Today technology helps us a lot — the analyses we can do already on the slope, between runs, are fundamental for improvement".

GB: "Technology is fundamental: we use video analysis, technical comparisons, and earphones integrated into the helmet to communicate in real time between me and Andrea, my guide. All of this allows us to train at the highest level and to constantly improve".

GC: "Every single detail counts for us, and technology helps us every day to develop and perfect our equipment from skis to helmets to goggles. Moreover, it allows us to develop and improve new and updated methods of recording and visualization, tools essential to refine our technique".

JG: "We spend hours doing video analysis, stopwatch in hand, to fine-tune every tiny detail. We try to shave off even a few hundredths and turn those small adjustments into automatisms that can make the difference".

What is your first memory related to the Winter Olympic Games?

DP: "Vancouver was my first Olympic experience, and it was something fantastic. I was young, I only knew how to ski, but there I had the chance to discover other sports, watch the big names and understand how they trained and behaved. That experience was fundamental: it helped me grow and brought me exactly where I am today".

EC: "The Winter Olympic Games, for me, are tied to a childhood dream: when watching the competitions or simply skiing, I dreamed of one day competing at the Olympics".

GB: "The opening ceremony of Beijing 2018 is my first memory. I wasn't used to an event of that scale: it felt like being catapulted into a completely new world. Usually our competitions don't have such a large audience, so it was a great thrill".

GC: "My first Olympic memories are Sofia Goggia's gold medal and Federica Brignone's bronze in Pyeongchang in 2018, when I was only 11 years old. It would be a true dream to be on the starting gate of what will be unique Games for our country and for us athletes".

JG: "The first thing that comes to mind about the Olympics is the Olympic Village: so many athletes, so many disciplines, but one big goal shared by everyone".