Fischnaller triumphs at 44 in snowboarding. Pellegrino finishes fifth at World Championships in cross-country skiing

In a standout day for Italian winter sports, Roland Fischnaller achieved an impressive victory at the age of 44, notching his 23rd World Cup win in parallel giant slalom at Krynica, Poland. This success marks the twelfth win for Fischnaller in this event, further solidifying his legacy. His compatriot Maurizio Bormolini secured third place, earning him the World Cup title in the discipline. Fischnaller's journey to victory included narrow wins against fellow Italians in quarterfinals and semi-finals, culminating in a final win over South Korea's Sangho Lee. Meanwhile, Federico Pellegrino also put forth an exceptional performance at the World Championships in Trondheim, finishing fifth in the skiathlon. With an engaging crowd of over 25,000 cheering him on, Pellegrino was close to clinching a bronze medal, finishing just 0.2 seconds behind a podium spot, which was claimed by Norwegian athletes, including gold medalist Johannes Klaebo. This day of triumph showcases the caliber of talent in Italian winter sports, with notable performances across various events.