Olympics closing ceremony live updates as the celebration begins
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The 2026 Winter Olympics wrap with the closing ceremony today in Verona. Follow along for live updates.
MILAN — The 2026 Winter Olympics are wrapping up today with the closing ceremony at Verona Olympic Arena.
Hockey captain and gold medalist Hilary Knight and ice dance silver medalist Evan Bates are the flag bearers for Team USA.
The United States will leave the Milano Cortina Games with 33 medals (12 gold, 12 silver, 9 bronze), second in the standings behind Norway (41).
USA TODAY Sports is bringing you live updates from the closing ceremony. Follow along.
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