Epic Showdowns: From Olympic Flames to NFL Comebacks

A roundup of sports news highlights includes the relocation of the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics torch-lighting ceremony due to weather, the firing of Raiders’ offensive coordinator Chip Kelly, Italy's Davis Cup victory, Inter Miami's MLS achievements with Messi, and significant wins across NBA, NHL, and more.

In a rare move prompted by inclement weather, the historic torch-lighting ceremony for the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics will take place indoors at a museum near ancient Olympia, organizers confirmed. The traditional outdoor spectacle uses the sun's rays to ignite the Olympic flame.

The Las Vegas Raiders have parted ways with offensive coordinator Chip Kelly following a home defeat to the Cleveland Browns, marking the end of Kelly's short-lived 11-game return to the NFL. Meanwhile, Italian tennis players Matteo Berrettini and Flavio Cobolli spearheaded Italy's third consecutive Davis Cup title victory over Spain.

Soccer icon Lionel Messi led Inter Miami to a decisive 4-0 win over FC Cincinnati, advancing the team to its first Eastern Conference final. Also noteworthy in sports: the Atlanta Hawks' defensive execute against the Hornets, a ninth straight win for the Colorado Avalanche, and significant trades and injuries impacting the MLB and NFL respectively.

(With inputs from agencies.)