Alpine, World Cup, Saturday 27.Dec 2025, Italy
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Super G – Livigno
Alpine, World Cup, Saturday 27.Dec 2025, Italy
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Livigno (ITA)
Audi FIS Ski World Cup Men’s Super G
December 27, 2025 Run: 11:30
The FIS Alpine Ski World Cup in Livigno 2025 is a historic event for the resort, marking its first-ever appearance on the Alpine World Cup circuit. While Livigno is a seasoned host for Freestyle and Cross-Country events, the Men’s Super-G on December 27, 2025, represents a significant milestone in its alpine history.
Historical Context: A World Cup Debut
Livigno has long been a staple in the winter sports world, but primarily for “alternative” disciplines. It is an official venue for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, where it will host snowboard and freestyle skiing. The 2025 Super-G serves as the official “baptism” for the resort’s alpine slopes at the highest level of competition.
- The Course: The race is held on the Li Zeta course. It is designed to be a “city-style” event, with the finish line located at 1,850 meters directly in the heart of the village (near the Tagliede lift station).
- The Challenge: The track is approximately 1,800 meters long with a vertical drop of 517 meters. It features a technical start with gentle 15% gradients followed by steep walls reaching up to 40% incline.
The 2025 Race (December 27, 2025)
As of today, December 27, 2025, the Men’s Super-G is the focal point of the skiing world.
Current Standings & Favorites: Entering the Livigno race, the battle for the Super-G Crystal Globe is intense:
- Marco Odermatt (SUI): The reigning 2025 World Champion and discipline leader (225 pts). He is chasing his 17th career Super-G win to move into second on the all-time list.
- Vincent Kriechmayr (AUT): Trailing closely (209 pts) after a dominant win in Beaver Creek earlier this month.
- Jan Zabystran (CZE): The “wildcard” of the season, who recently made history by winning the Val Gardena Super-G—the first ever for a Czech male skier.
Key Competitors to Watch today:
- Dominik Paris (ITA): The home favorite looking to exploit his local knowledge.
- Giovanni Franzoni (ITA): Coming off an emotional first podium in Val Gardena.
- Lindsey Vonn (USA): While the Livigno event is for Men, Vonn’s 2025 comeback has been the story of the season; she recently took a podium in the Val d’Isère Super-G just days ago.
Summary of the 2024/25 Season Preceding Livigno
Before reaching Livigno, the 2025 calendar was highlighted by the World Championships in Saalbach, which set the stage for current rivalries:
- Men’s World Champion: Marco Odermatt (SUI) won by a massive 1.00s margin.
- Women’s World Champion: Stephanie Venier (AUT) pulled off a major upset to take gold.
Note: Livigno’s inclusion in the World Cup calendar is viewed as a vital “test event” for the 2026 Olympic logistics, showcasing the resort’s ability to handle massive crowds and technical broadcast requirements in a village-center finish area.
