The International Olympic Committee has officially unveiled the medals for the 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, which will take place in Italy from February 6 to 22. The IOC made the announcement.

The medals feature a unique design that combines two halves, symbolizing the culmination of the athlete’s journey and all those who have walked beside them along the way. The concept reflects the idea of strength found in both difference and unity.

“We conceived a medal that represents purity and a return to essence. With our medals, we celebrate the strength found in difference: two unique halves that join through the Olympic and Paralympic symbols to deliver a bold and unified message. This concept is also reflected in the surfaces of the medals, where two textures meet and begin a story written not only by the athletes, but also by those who supported them: coaches, teammates, family members, and fans”, said Raffaella Paniè, Brand, Identity and Look of the Games Director for Milano Cortina 2026.

A total of 1,146 medals will be awarded at the 2026 Games, including 245 gold, 245 silver, and 245 bronze medals. At the Paralympics, 137 medals of each type will be presented.

The competitions will cover 195 events, making the Games in Italy one of the largest in the history of the Winter Olympics.

Aziza Alimova, UzA