Rainy Weather Forces Milano Olympics Torch Ceremony Indoors, Ending Decades-Long Tradition

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ATHENS, Greece - In a sudden change of plans, the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics torch-lighting ceremony will be held indoors due to heavy rain in ancient Olympia, Greece. The traditional outdoor ceremony, where the sun's rays are used to light the torch, has been relocated to the Olympic Museum's interior. The ceremony, scheduled for Wednesday, will use a backup flame lit during rehearsals to ensure the event's continuity. This is the first time in decades that the torch-lighting ceremony has been moved to an indoor location. The flame will then begin its 12,000km journey across Italy, passing through iconic landmarks like the Colosseum in Rome and the Grand Canal in Venice. The Italian relay will conclude in Milan on February 6, marking the beginning of the Winter Olympics. The torch's relocation is a rare instance where weather conditions have forced a change in the ceremony's plans. The Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics promise to be an exciting event, with the torch relay sparking excitement in areas where winter sports are not as prominent.