VERONA, Italy — A city forever associated with Romeo and Juliet, Verona will host the final act of the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics on Sunday inside the ancient Roman Arena, where some 1,500 athletes ...

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The Milan Cortina Olympics ended Sunday with a closing ceremony inside Verona Arena, an ancient Roman amphitheater that sits roughly mid-distance between the far-flung mountain, valley and city venues ...

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As fans all over prepare for the end of the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympic Games, the Closing Ceremony promises a breathtaking spectacle as the Olympians take their final bow in Verona. The finish ...

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The Milan-Cortina Games created a stunning Italian backdrop for an Olympics that saw records fall, golden performances and some Shakespearean-like drama.

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