The 2026 Olympics just got a whole lot weirder

Milo and Tina, a pair of teenage stoat siblings, are the official mascots for the 2026 Olympics and Paralympics. Yes, you read that right – stoats. It’s not exactly the most well-known animal, but hey, at least they’re not boring. The siblings are depicted as scarf-clad teens with big dreams, because who doesn’t love a good underdog story?

So, what’s a stoat anyway?

If you’re scratching your head, don’t worry – you’re not alone. A stoat is essentially a fancy word for a type of weasel. They’re known for their sleek fur and ability to squeeze into tight spaces. It’s not exactly the most obvious choice for a mascot, but it’s definitely… memorable.

It’s hard to say what the Olympics were thinking with this one, but hey, at least it’s not another boring, cookie-cutter mascot. Milo and Tina may not be the most traditional choices, but they’re certainly going to turn heads. And who knows – maybe they’ll even start a stoat revolution.