Milano Cortina Winter Olympics 2026: Why are the victory medals cracking and getting dented?

Milano Cortina Winter Olympics medals are reportedly breaking and chipping shortly after ceremonies, with athletes sharing instances of damage. Organizers have launched an urgent probe into the quality control issues, acknowledging the importance of these symbols to athletes. A breakaway mechanism on the medal cords is being investigated as a potential cause for falls.

Milano Cortina Winter Olympics 2026: Why are the victory medals cracking and getting dented?
Milano Cortina Winter Olympics medals are reportedly breaking and chipping shortly after ceremonies, with athletes sharing instances of damage. Organizers have launched an urgent probe into the quality control issues, acknowledging the importance of these symbols to athletes. A breakaway mechanism on the medal cords is being investigated as a potential cause for falls.