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Snoop Dogg Rides Zamboni at Winter Olympics
4 Feb
Summary
- Snoop Dogg is a special correspondent for NBC at the Winter Olympics.
- He met figure skater Ilia Malinin, the Quad God, who landed a quadruple Axel.
- Snoop will explore Italy and host a "Greatest Hits" segment during the Games.
Snoop Dogg has officially arrived in Italy for the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic Winter Games, embracing his new roles. He is serving as the first-ever honorary Team USA coach and as a special correspondent for NBC, covering the event.
In a viral video, Snoop was seen joyfully riding on the side of a Zamboni at the Milano Ice Skating arena. He also took the opportunity to connect with some of Team USA's top athletes, notably figure skater Ilia Malinin, also known as the "Quad God." Malinin is celebrated as the first and only skater to successfully land a fully rotated quadruple Axel in competition.
During their interaction, Snoop expressed his admiration for Malinin's skills, congratulating the young athlete on his achievements and inspirational tenacity. Snoop even captured footage of Malinin showcasing his impressive moves, including a backflip, which is now permitted in competition. Beyond his correspondent duties, Snoop plans to immerse himself in Italy's landmarks and culture while hosting a "Snoop's Greatest Hits" segment throughout the Games' 16-day duration.
