MILAN, Italy – Jackson Harvey has completed his first moguls run at an Olympic Winter Games, marking a significant moment in his career after overcoming a challenging injury history. The Australian skier took to the slopes today, February 10, 2026, as competition commenced at the Milano Cortina Games.
While specific details of Harvey’s run – including his score and placement – are not yet available, his participation itself represents a triumph. The Sydney Morning Herald reported on the event, highlighting the emotional weight of the moment for the athlete.
The 2026 Winter Olympics, officially the XXV Olympic Winter Games and known as Milano Cortina 2026, are currently underway across Lombardy and Northeast Italy. The Games began on February 6th and are scheduled to conclude on February 22nd, with some events starting earlier on February 4th. This year’s Olympics feature 92 nations and 2,871 athletes – 1,533 men and 1,338 women – competing across 116 events in 8 sports and 16 disciplines.
Moguls skiing, a freestyle discipline, demands a unique combination of athleticism, technique and courage. Athletes navigate a course covered in a series of bumps (moguls), performing aerial maneuvers (tricks) along the way. Judging criteria consider speed, technique, and the difficulty and execution of the aerials.
Harvey’s journey to the Olympics has been far from straightforward. The report emphasizes the “horror injury run” he endured prior to these Games, suggesting a period of significant adversity, and rehabilitation. Overcoming such obstacles to compete at the highest level speaks to his resilience and dedication.
The Olympic schedule for today, February 10th, is packed with events across various disciplines. According to the official Milano Cortina 2026 schedule, events include women’s doubles luge official training, Nordic combined normal hill official training, men’s doubles luge official training, cross-country skiing qualifications, alpine skiing women’s team combined downhill, short track speed skating heats, freestyle skiing men’s moguls qualification, and ice hockey preliminary round games. Later in the day, the schedule includes ski jumping mixed team trials and finals, figure skating men’s single skating short program, and further ice hockey matches.
The Games are being held across multiple venues in Lombardy and Northeast Italy, with the opening ceremony taking place at the Stadio San Siro in Milan and the closing ceremony scheduled for the Verona Arena. President Sergio Mattarella officially opened the Games, with Deborah Compagnoni and Alberto Tomba lighting the cauldron in Milan, and Sofia Goggia taking on the honor in Cortina d’Ampezzo.
The broader context of the 2026 Winter Olympics places it as the successor to the Beijing 2022 Games and a precursor to the French Alps Games in 2030. It also follows the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics and precedes the Los Angeles 2028 Summer Games, highlighting the cyclical nature of the Olympic calendar.
As the Games progress, attention will undoubtedly turn to medal counts and individual performances. The NY Post is providing ongoing coverage of the schedule, results, and medal standings, offering fans a comprehensive resource for following the action. NBC Olympics is also providing live updates and highlights, including coverage of Lindsey Vonn’s participation and a recent crash during a downhill race.
The inclusion of the alpine skiing team combined event marks a new addition to the Olympic program, offering athletes another opportunity to showcase their skills. The U.S. Team also competed in its first-ever Olympic mixed doubles semifinal game, adding to the excitement and intrigue surrounding the Games.
Harvey’s participation, regardless of the final result, is a testament to the spirit of the Olympics – perseverance, dedication, and the pursuit of excellence. His story serves as an inspiration, demonstrating that overcoming adversity is often as important as achieving victory.
