How to Watch the 2026 Winter Olympics (KBS, MBC, and SBS Not Available! Check Exclusive Channels)
Looking for ways to watch the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics? We've compiled exclusive broadcast information and mobile viewing tips for the Olympics, available only on JTBC and Naver, without terrestrial broadcasting.
February 6, 2026, the world's winter festival Milan-Cortina d'Ampezzo Winter Olympics It's kicking off. But this time, you might be a bit confused as you turn the TV remote. For the first time in South Korean broadcasting history, the three major terrestrial networks (KBS, MBC, and SBS) won't be broadcasting the Olympics live.
So where and how should you watch it? I'll summarize the key points for you.
🏆 Check the official 2026 Winter Olympics competition schedule
(Click to go to the official website)
1.2026 Winter Olympics, TV broadcast only on 'JTBC'!
The exclusive domestic broadcasting rights for the 2026 Winter Olympics JTBC, a general programming channelWith the resale negotiations with the three major terrestrial broadcasters finally falling through, you'll have to tune into the JTBC channel to watch the game on TV.
- Main broadcast channels: JTBC (main game), JTBC2 (Popular sports and matches featuring Korean athletes are expected to be broadcast in parallel)
- characteristic: With caster Bae Seong-jae at the helm, a team of commentators of all time, including Kwak Yun-gi and Kim A-rang, has joined to enhance the level of expertise.
- caution: Households with only terrestrial antennas installed may have difficulty viewing, so check in advance whether you have cable or IPTV subscription!
2. Want to view it conveniently on your mobile or PC? Naver‘
“For those of you who say, "I don't have time to sit in front of the TV!", don't worry. Watching on your smartphone is even easier.
- Official online platform: Naver Sports
- How to watch: You can watch live broadcasts and highlights for free on the Naver app or the 'Sports' tab on the PC website.
- Tip: Office workers and students can turn on the Naver app notification settings to receive notifications before the start of major events (short track, figure skating, etc.) so they don't miss out.
3. Check the match schedule and information on the Korean team.
Because this Olympics is being held in Italy Time difference (8 hours behind Korea) With major matches taking place late at night or early in the morning in Korea, it's crucial to know the exact match times, right?
Detailed competition schedules and real-time medal tallies can be found most accurately on the official Olympic website.
Editor's Note: This time, the key is not "where to watch," but "when." Get ready for the early morning cheering!
For more details Milano Cortina 2026 official websiteCheck it out here.
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4. Conclusion: A 3-Line Summary of Watching the Olympics
- TV: Instead of KBS, MBC, and SBS JTBC Stay tuned!
- Mobile: Naver Sports connection!
- schedule: Be sure to check the time difference, bookmark the official website!