“Following reports of issues affecting a small number of medals, the organising committee immediately reviewed the matter, working closely with the State Mint which produced the medals,” a spokesperson said.
“A solution has been identified, and a targeted fix has been put in place. Athletes whose medals have been affected are encouraged to return them through the appropriate channels so that they can be promptly repaired and returned.
“Milan-Cortina 2026 remains fully committed to ensuring that medals, which represent the pinnacle of every athlete’s journey, meet the highest standards of quality and care.”
BBC Sport has asked organisers what the exact issue with the medals was, and what the precise nature of the fix is.
This is not the first time the quality of medals awarded at Olympic Games has been called into question.
As of February 2025, a total of 220 requests have been made to replace medals won at the 2024 Summer Games because of wear and tear.
Diver Yasmin Harper, who won Team GB’s first medal in Paris, was among the athletes to notice her medal was showing signs of “tarnishing”.
Paris 2024 organisers said any damaged medals would be replaced.