CHARLOTTE — The Olympics are a special time, when competitors from around the globe come together to celebrate their sport, the competitive spirit, and the culmination of all their dreams coming alive on the world stage. The 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics are drawing to a close this week, with closing ceremonies taking place on Sunday, February 22. With it, the international attention will turn to Los Angeles and the 2028 Summer Olympics.

The Summer Olympics will feature flag-football for the first time, and NFL players will be allowed to participate.