Fans are obsessed with the viral pierogi plushie during Poland's skating event at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Here's where to shop similar plushies.

The athletes from Poland at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina have brought a friend along with them. He's a stuffed pierogi plushie (not a Squishmallow, for those wondering). They're bringing him everywhere, and he's a fan favorite.

At the 2026 Winter Olympics, it is not just athletes turning heads inside the arena. Team Poland has arrived with an unexpected companion that keeps popping up on camera. Fans are starting to notice,

The Olympics are stuffed with heartwarming moments — and this adorable viral dumpling is the perfect example. Team Poland stepped up to the 2026 Winter Olympics with strong competitors in speed skating,

Winning an Olympic medal brings pride to any athlete. Many countries also add cash rewards for those podium finishes. Using data shared by USA Today for the 2026 Winter Olympics (25 countries responded to the site’s query),

Athletes from Poland have brought an unofficial mascot to the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina that has captured attention across the games: a stuffed pierogi plushie, the Sporting News reports.

Live updates from the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics on Sunday. Get the latest news, results, medal count, TV schedules and highlights from Italy.

From the perennial Olympics powerhouses like the United States, France and Canada to the smaller nations that provide the feel-good stories, the 2026 games are sure to provide a spectacle fans have not seen before. Here's the full list of countries competing in the Milan 2026 Olympics.

Team Brazil and Team Mongolia understood the assignment. IThe 2026 Olympic Games are finally here. The 25th Winter Olympiad kicked off tonight in Milan with the traditional Opening Ceremony. Each host city takes creative liberties with the entertainment portion of the program.

Olympic expert Mike Tierney reveals his picks and best bets for the most overall medals won and gold medal totals at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy