How Nazgul the wolfdog made his run for Winter Olympic glory in Italy

Nazgul, whose surprise dash down the homestretch in an Olympic cross-country ski race warmed hearts around the world, with his owners Enrico and Alice Varesco Feb. 21, 2026

Nazgul isn't talking, but his owners come clean about how he got loose, got famous, and how they feel now

(Image credit: Nathaniel Herz)