On February 7, 2026, the women’s 3000 meter speed skating event marks the first individual medal competition at the Winter Olympics in Milan.
Schaatsen.nl, a Dutch ice skating news outlet, provides detailed coverage of the event schedule and participants.
The competition for the women’s 3000 meter takes place at 16:00, with Dutch skater Merel Conijn opening the event in the first heat. A notable highlight is scheduled for heat nine, featuring a contest between Dutch athlete Marijke Groenewoud and the Norwegian favorite Ragne Wiklund. Joy Beune, another Dutch competitor making her Olympic debut, will skate in the final heat, concluding the event.
Additional information, including the complete Olympic long track schedule, pairings, and results, is available on the official program page. Schaatsen.nl also offers downloadable commentary lists for those following the event closely.
The outlet’s updates also recall activities from the previous day, including the opening ceremony, the arrival of TeamNL Legends in Milan, and the draw results for the 3000 meter event, providing comprehensive Olympic coverage for skating enthusiasts.
