Australian reporter Danika Mason goes viral at the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics after appearing drunk during an on air segment.

The 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics have been about more than just medals and podium finishes. While athletes have been competing on the ice and snow, there has also been plenty of talk about life inside the Olympic Village. From condom shortages, breakups, to romances, the Games have delivered drama both on and off the field.

But it seems the fun has not been limited to the athletes. One Australian reporter has now become the center of viral attention after her tipsy live segment surfaced on social media.

Channel 9 sports reporter Danika Mason became a talking point online after a clip of her appearing to slur her words while reporting, with viewers questioning whether she had been partying a little too hard.

Mason was recording a segment for Channel Nine’s Today show from Livigno in the evening when things went off script. During the broadcast, she stumbled over her words and strangely mentioned iguanas while talking about the Winter Olympics. She also mixed up references between the US and the UK.

“Literally like the price of coffee over here is actually fine, it’s more the price of coffee in the US that we’re gonna have to get used to. I’m not sure about the iguanas, where are we going with that one?” she said during her cross to the breakfast television show Today on Wednesday.

The studio host, Karl Stefanovic, then had to take over to explain to viewers that “cold weather” can sometimes make it harder to speak. The Guardian reported that Mason, at one point, dropped to the ground to make snow angels.

Danika Mason’s Fiancé Also Had A Drinking Scandal

Danika Mason with her fiancé Liam Knight (Image Credits: Instagram/ Danika Mason)
As the clip of Danika Mason went viral, a few fans also brought up a past controversy involving her fiancé, Liam Knight. In March 2016, Knight, then a rising NRL prop, was arrested for high-range drink driving in Australia.

According to reports, as police attempted to remove him from his vehicle, Knight sprayed Aerogard insect repellent into his own mouth in an effort to mask the smell of alcohol. He later recorded a blood alcohol reading of .176. Knight was issued an 18-month good-behaviour bond and banned from driving for 8 months.

Mason has since apologized for her behavior. In an Olympics already packed with drama, medals, and viral moments, Danika Mason may not have won gold, but she definitely won the internet.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.