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The U.S. is sending just four athletes sliding to Milan to compete in the fast-paced sport of Skeleton at the 2026 Winter Games. You can catch all of Team USA's Skeleton Heats live on Peacock. Below ...

WASHINGTON — As the Olympic Opening Ceremony kicks off the 2026 Winter Games in Milan Cortina, you might hear about a sport called skeleton and immediately wonder what it is. It’s one of the fastest ...