Women’s 3000m This is the longest distance for women at the Games. The athlete focuses on increasing their speed in each of the 7.5 laps. They accelerate through the turns and maintain speed on the straights. Men’s 5000m: This is the longest distance for men at the Games. Top skaters will target 29- to 30-second laps over 12.5 laps. Gates open 1 hour prior to event start time.
Events
Speed Skating: 3000m W/5000m M
Details
- Date:
- January 16
- Time:
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9:30 am - 2:00 pm
- Location:
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Olympic Center: Speed Skating Oval
2634 Main St
Lake Placid, NY 12946 United States
About the Venue
Site of the 1932 and 1980 Olympic Games, including the legendary ‘Miracle on Ice’, the Olympic Center features three ice rinks: Herb Brooks Arena, Jack Shea Arena, and the USA Rink. It’s also home to the Lake Placid Olympic Museum.
Olympic Center: Speed Skating Oval
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2634 Main St
Lake Placid, NY 12946 United States - (518) 523-1655
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