The 2006 Turin Olympics, officially known as the XX Olympic Winter Games, took place in Turin, Italy, from February 10 to February 26. This event featured 84 nations competing in 84 events across 7 sports, including skiing, ice hockey, and figure skating. The games were notable for the introduction of new events, such as the team pursuit in speed skating and the snowboard cross. The host city, Turin, was praised for its organization and the use of existing venues, while athletes from countries like Germany and United States excelled in various competitions.