Italian Skiers Earn Another Gold and Silver in Men's Skicross

Simone Deromedis and Federico Tomasoni take top spots for host country at Winter Olympics

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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Italian freestyle skiers Simone Deromedis and Federico Tomasoni won gold and silver medals respectively for the host country at the Winter Olympics in Livigno, Italy in the men's skicross event.

Why it matters

Skicross is a popular and exciting winter sport that has become a regular part of the Winter Olympics program, showcasing the skills and athleticism of top freestyle skiers. The strong performance by the Italian team on home soil is a point of national pride and highlights the country's strength in winter sports.

The details

Deromedis and Tomasoni outpaced the competition in the final heat of the men's skicross event, which features multiple skiers racing down a course with jumps and turns. This marks the second time in the games that Italian skiers have taken gold and silver in a freestyle skiing event, further cementing the host country's dominance in these disciplines.

  • The men's skicross final took place on February 21, 2026 in Livigno, Italy during the Winter Olympics.

The players

Simone Deromedis

An Italian freestyle skier who won the gold medal in the men's skicross event at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Livigno, Italy.

Federico Tomasoni

An Italian freestyle skier who won the silver medal in the men's skicross event at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Livigno, Italy.

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The takeaway

The Italian team's continued dominance in freestyle skiing events at the Winter Olympics highlights the country's investment and expertise in developing world-class winter sports talent, which is a source of national pride and excitement for fans.