Madonna di Campiglio

Madonna di Campiglio is upgrading the Canalone Miramonti with 290 LED floodlights before the Dec. 23 World Cup slalom. The system will double the previous lighting power and provide more consistent conditions for every racer.

The Madonna di Campiglio men’s World Cup slalom start list sets the stage for a pivotal January night race, with season standings, podium history, and how and when to watch included.

Albert Popov claimed his first World Cup victory in Madonna di Campiglio, making history as Bulgaria’s second-ever winner, while Benjamin Ritchie delivered a career-best performance, finishing 8th for his first top-10 result. The dramatic second run saw lead changes, intense competition, and standout skiing, with Popov securing the win over Switzerland’s Loïc Meillard and Croatia’s Samuel Kolega. The U.S. men’s slalom team continues to build momentum with strong performances and promising results this season.

The first run of the Madonna di Campiglio Men’s World Cup Night Slalom delivered drama and excitement on the challenging Canalone Miramonti slope. With a well-prepared surface despite 40 centimeters (16 inches) of wet snow earlier, top seeds like Clément Noël and Marco Schwarz struggled, exiting early, while Norway’s Atle Lie McGrath seized the lead. Impressive performances from higher bib numbers added to the excitement, with ten skiers outside the top 30 qualifying, including Stifel U.S. Ski Team’s Jett Seymour in 17th and Sweden’s Gustav Wissting in 27th. The stage is set for a thrilling second run under the lights.

Wengen finish arena GEPA photos Who is skiing, when and how to watch Sunday’s Wengen

Adelboden fans GEPA / Mathias Mandl Who is skiing, when and how to watch Sunday’s

Madonna di Campiglio, GEPA pictures/ Wolfgang Grebien Who is skiing, when and how to watch

Young Austrian Schwarz earns first podium as Hirscher has close call with a drone.

Swedish slalom ace gears up for a fresh season on new equipment.

Mr. GS carves a mullet before the Madonna di Campiglio night slalom.

Felix Neureuther and Fritz Dopfer finish 1-2 under the lights in Italy.

American AJ Ginnis scores career-first European Cup podium finish.

An update on overall standings in Europa, NorAm, and Far East Cup standings at the conclusion of 2013.