This image depicts an indoor ice hockey arena located in Rho, Italy, during an event associated with Milano Cortina 2026

This image depicts an indoor ice hockey arena located in Rho, Italy, during an event associated with Milano Cortina 2026. In the immediate foreground, a large, light-colored mascot costume resembling a stoat or ermine stands facing the ice rink from a raised platform. The mascot is predominantly light grey and white, features a blue scalloped collar, pink nose, and an open mouth. It stands on a dark grey patterned metal floor, partially obscured by silver metal railings. To the right of the mascot, a person wearing a headset operates a camera from a designated "Photo Position" area, marked by a sign on a black barrier. A large camera lens rests on this barrier, overlooking the ice. The midground features an ice hockey rink with multiple individuals on skates. Several players in various team jerseys (including green, light blue, dark blue, and white with red accents) are present, holding hockey sticks. At least one player in a green and yellow jersey is actively sweeping the ice with a large scraper. Referees in black and white striped shirts are also visible on the ice. The rink is surrounded by clear plexiglass barriers and advertising boards displaying "Milano Cortina 2026" branding and the Olympic rings logo. In the background, tiered spectator seating rises above the rink, occupied by numerous individuals. Overhead banners display text such as "It's your vibe" and additional "Milano Cortina 2026" branding. A scoreboard or large display screen is visible in the upper background. The ceiling structure consists of exposed metal trusses, lighting rigs, and scaffolding, with a corrugated metal roof visible above. A row of national flags hangs from the ceiling structure at the far end of the arena. Bright overhead lighting illuminates the entire scene.