South Africa is officially competing at the 2026 Winter Olympics, which kicked off today in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, with the largest Winter Olympic team in the country’s history. For the first time, five athletes will represent the nation across four winter sports disciplines. Thabiso Tema spoke to Matthew “Matt” Smith cross-country skier.

South Africa is officially competing at the 2026 Winter Olympics, which kicked off today in Milan and Cortina d&rsquo;Ampezzo, Italy, with the largest Winter Olympic team in the country&rsquo;s history. For the first time, five athletes will represent the nation across four winter sports disciplines. Thabiso Tema spoke to Matthew &ldquo;Matt&rdquo; Smith cross-country skier.

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