Cracks in the Ice: Construction Dust Test at Olympic Hall
- An Italian Cup semi-final game between Kaltern and Varese was temporarily halted during the first period when a large hole formed in the ice in front of one...
- The response from arena staff was unusual. They rushed onto the ice with watering cans and began attempting to repair the hole.
- The first Olympic test event at Santagiuliana Arena is being delayed as there's a giant hole in the ice.They brought out a watering can to try and patch...
An Italian Cup semi-final game between Kaltern and Varese was temporarily halted during the first period when a large hole formed in the ice in front of one of the nets. Czech fans might recall similar issues from past Extraliga matches.
The response from arena staff was unusual. They rushed onto the ice with watering cans and began attempting to repair the hole. They were ultimately triumphant, and the game resumed.
The first Olympic test event at Santagiuliana Arena is being delayed as there’s a giant hole in the ice.They brought out a watering can to try and patch it. pic.twitter.com/357xeAY3kQ
– Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) January 9, 2026
Hockey journalist Chris Johnston, who was in attendance, reported that despite the approaching Olympic tournament, preparations are still incomplete.