Day 12 of the 2026 Milan Cortina Games delivered high drama and decisive victories, particularly for Team Canada.
The men's hockey team narrowly advanced to the semifinals, overcoming a tough challenge from Czechia with a dramatic 4-3 overtime win, thanks to a goal from Mitch Marner. However, the victory was marred by an injury to captain Sidney Crosby.
In short-track speedskating, Steven Dubois captured gold in the men's 500-meter event, marking Canada's fourth gold and 14th medal overall. The women's 3,000-meter relay team secured bronze, with Courtney Sarault earning her fourth medal of the Games.
On the ice, the Canadian men's curling team showcased a dominant performance, defeating Italy 8-3 to secure a spot in the semifinals. Skip Brad Jacobs and his squad have now won four consecutive matches.
Freestyle skier Marion Thénault narrowly missed the podium in the women's aerials, finishing seventh after a small landing error in the finals.