Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie made history today. The ‘Heated Rivalry’ stars carried the Olympic torch as part of the official relay ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, and fans showed up in droves to cheer them on.
The duo’s torch-bearing moment comes amid a tidal wave of hype surrounding their hit series, which has taken the world by storm since its U.S. debut in late November.
Crowds lined the streets to catch a glimpse of the pair, with many sporting merchandise from the show and chanting their support.
Williams and Storrie were selected as official torchbearers by HBO Max, which distributes the Crave Original series across the U.S., Australia, Asia, Latin America, and Europe.
As millions of viewers worldwide have seen, ‘Heated Rivalry’ follows two hockey players from rival teams who can’t ignore the undeniable chemistry between them. The series has evolved into a full-blown cultural phenomenon, catapulting its stars to global fame.
From presenting at the Golden Globes to sparking fan pilgrimages to NHL games, the show’s impact has been impossible to ignore. The fervor has been so intense that it’s already been renewed for a second season.
Watch the moving moment:
Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie at today’s Winter Olympic torch relay (via EleonoraCo76325) pic.twitter.com/8H0Fi8SDCT
— Hudson Williams Updates (@hudsonwupdates) January 25, 2026
The Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 will be available to stream on HBO Max in the U.S. and across Europe, including Italy and Germany, for the first time.