Milan-Cortina Olympic Torches Unveiled, Relay Date Adjusted

The torches for the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games were unveiled in Milan and Osaka, reflecting a milestone in the lead-up to the games. Designed by Studio Carlo Ratti Associati, the 'Essential' torches showcase Italian design with a focus on sustainability. They are crafted from recycled materials such as aluminum and brass and feature iridescent finishes in blue-green for the Olympics and bronze for the Paralympics. The torches use bio-LPG from renewable waste, allowing for refills up to ten times, reducing production needs. Celebrated athletes Stefania Belmondo and Bebe Vio presented the torches, which will be displayed at Triennale Milano and Expo 2025 before the relay begins on December 6, 2025. Post-Games, the Olympic torch will join the permanent collection at the Olympic Museum in Lausanne.