Canadian actorsHudson WilliamsandConnor Storrie, best known for their roles in the viral sports romance seriesHeated Rivalry, were appointed officialtorch-bearersfor theMilano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics relay. On Sunday inFeltre, Italy, the duo carried the Olympic flame, waving to crowds and sharing a memorable moment as they lifted each other’s hands over their heads, videos and photos of which quickly went viral online.
Heated Rivalry, adapted from Rachel Reid’s popular queer hockey romance seriesGame Changer, debuted onHBO Maxduring Thanksgiving weekend and quickly became a global sensation. The six-part series followsWilliams as HollanderandStorrie as Ilya Rozanov, professional athletes navigating a high-stakes romance that began as a decade-long secret affair.
Following their breakout roles, Williams and Storrie have gained international fame, appearing as presenters at theGolden Globes 2026, and Hudson Williams made waves atMilan Men’s Fashion Week, walking forDsquared2and attending theGiorgio Armani show.
The Olympic torch relay will culminate inMilan on February 6, 2026, just in time for the opening ceremony. While the specific locations of Williams and Storrie’s segments are currently undisclosed, fans are eagerly anticipating further updates from the star duo. HBO Max has also greenlitSeason 2 of Heated Rivalry, promising more romance, drama, and on-screen chemistry between the celebrated pair.
