Summary
The official mascots for the 2026 Winter Olympics and Paralympics in Italy are two stoats named Tina and Milo. Tina represents the Olympic Games and Milo represents the Paralympic Games. The designs for these mascots were created by students in Italy and selected through a nationwide competition.
Key Facts
- Tina and Milo are sibling stoats chosen as mascots for their agility and adaptability.
- Tina, the lighter-colored stoat, represents the Olympic Winter Games and embodies creativity and a love for nature.
- Milo, who has darker fur and is missing a back paw, represents the Paralympic Games and symbolizes overcoming obstacles.
- The names Tina and Milo are derived from the host cities Cortina d’Ampezzo and Milan.
- The mascots were designed by students from the Istituto Comprensivo of Taverna and unveiled at the Sanremo Music Festival in 2024.
- The other finalist design, a group of snowdrops called "The Flo," will also feature in the Games.
- The mascots will appear in branding and promotional activities to promote creativity, resilience, and environmental themes before the Games.
