One of alpine skiing’s most iconic events took centre stage in Rome on Wednesday, November 11th, as the 3Tre brought its rich sporting heritage to the Italian Senate. The historic Senate Library, the Biblioteca del Senato “Giovanni Spadolini”, hosted the second stop of the 3Tre on Tour, celebrating a race that has been part of the international alpine skiing calendar for more than 70 years.
The 73rd 3Tre will take place on Wednesday, December 23rd, on the legendary Canalone Miramonti in Madonna di Campiglio, one of the most celebrated slalom courses on the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup calendar.
The event brought together representatives from politics, sport and tourism, including Gian Marco Centinaio, Vice President of the Italian Senate; Tullio Serafini, President of the Madonna di Campiglio Tourism Board; Lorenzo Conci, President of the 3Tre Organising Committee; and Andrea Busignani, Councillor for Major Events of the Municipality of Pinzolo.
Two special guests added a sporting perspective to the occasion: Giuliano Razzoli, Olympic slalom champion at Vancouver 2010 and the last Italian skier to win Olympic gold in the discipline, and Michael “Much” Mair, a former Italian national team downhill racer and coach, who claimed his first World Cup victory in the Super-G at Madonna di Campiglio in December 1982.
“The 3Tre is one of the most spectacular events in the world,” said Gian Marco Centinaio. “It brings international attention to Trentino and Italy, showcasing a destination and a community that work together to deliver an event of this calibre. The contribution of volunteers is particularly important: their commitment, alongside that of the institutions and organisers, is at the heart of the 3Tre.”
Hosted by Sky Sport Italia journalist Carlo Vanzini, the presentation also took guests on a journey through the race’s remarkable history, led by 3Tre historian Paolo Luconi Bisti. The upcoming edition will celebrate three major milestones: the 50th anniversary of the all-Italian podium of Fausto Radici, Piero Gros and Paolo De Chiesa; 60 years of the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup, of which the 3Tre has been part since its inaugural season; and 70 years since the 3Tre first came to Madonna di Campiglio.
“The history of the 3Tre is incredibly rich, and we are proud to share it in such a prestigious setting,” said 3Tre President Lorenzo Conci. “Our mission is to create the best possible conditions for athletes to perform at their highest level. Cooperation and the exchange of expertise with other World Cup organisers are essential to achieving this.”
Giuliano Razzoli never made the podium on the Canalone Miramonti, but he won over its crowd. Italy has been waiting for a home win there since December 2005, when Giorgio Rocca took victory.
“Madonna di Campiglio has always been a special place for me,” said Razzoli. “I never won here, but I achieved some great results and experienced unforgettable emotions. It was my home race, above all because of the incredible warmth and support of the fans. Madonna di Campiglio also marked two important moments in my career: my comeback after a serious injury and, ultimately, the end of my racing career.”
Michael “Much” Mair shared his memories of his 1982 triumph: “My first World Cup victory here was an incredible moment, full of emotions I still remember fondly. Ski racing has changed enormously since then. Spectators used to be much closer to the athletes, while safety standards have rightly evolved over the years. A lot has changed, although perhaps we had a little more fun back then!”
Beyond the race itself, the 3Tre remains a key part of Madonna di Campiglio’s international appeal. Around half of the resort’s winter overnight stays come from international markets, underlining the importance of the event in promoting the destination worldwide.
As announced by Tullio Serafini, President of the Madonna di Campiglio Tourism Board, the 2026/27 winter season will officially get under way on Saturday, November 21st, when the ski area opens on weekends only. Daily operations will begin on November 28th and run through to April 11th.
The destination will also continue its “Numero Ideale” (ideal number) initiative, introduced in winter 2025/26 to improve visitor distribution and ensure a safer, more enjoyable skiing experience. The system is designed to manage attendance at peak times, with a daily capacity of up to 15,000 visitors.
“Last season’s results were encouraging: fewer skiers on the slopes at any one time, more lift rides, fewer injuries and, as a result, safer conditions for everyone,” Serafini explained.
After its first two stops in Verona and Rome, the 3Tre on Tour will continue to London on November 25th, Milan on December 3rd and Trento on December 10th.
The 73rd 3Tre Madonna di Campiglio World Cup Night Slalom will take place on Wednesday, December 23rd, 2026, with the first run at 5:45 pm CET and the second at 9:00 pm CET. Tickets are available at www.3trecampiglio.it.
