skeleton bob Winter Olympics starts on February 7 . South Korea is hosting its first Winter Olympics . Athletes competing in 15 events across 98 sports . The opening ceremony at the purpose-built Fisht Olympic Stadium will take place on February 7 , fittingly scheduled for 20:14 local time ( 1614 GMT ) . Opening ceremony followed by 17 days of competition .
skeleton bob Winter Olympics starts on February 7 . South Korea is hosting its first Winter Olympics . Athletes competing in 15 events across 98 sports . Opening ceremony followed by 17 days of competition .