Livigno Snow Park, Italy — Feb 18, 2026 — The men’s snowboarding slopestyle competition at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina is shaping up to be one of the most exciting events of the Games as elite riders vie for Olympic glory on Wednesday at the famed Livigno Snow Park.
After challenging weather conditions earlier in the week forced scheduling changes, the highly anticipated final is officially rescheduled for today, with top riders taking on three critical runs in pursuit of Olympic medals.
🏅 What to Expect
The slopestyle discipline — a high-adrenaline event where competitors perform tricks over rails, jumps, and obstacles — tests both creativity and technical prowess. The competition format typically involves three runs per athlete, with the best score counting toward final rankings.
⭐ Key Riders in the Spotlight
Fans around the world are keeping a close eye on several standout athletes:
- Mark McMorris (Canada) — The veteran medal-winning snowboarder is one of the event’s biggest names, seeking to continue his Olympic success.
- Su Yiming (China) — An Olympic and World Cup star, Yiming has been a top qualifier and is expected to deliver high-scoring runs.
- Dane Menzies (New Zealand) — Currently ranked among the best qualifiers, Menzies dominated early rounds and is a strong podium contender.
- Oliver Martin (USA) — The young American impressed during qualifying and could be a breakout competitor in the final.
⏱️ Final Scheduling & Conditions
The final was pushed back this week due to heavy snowfall and poor visibility in the Italian Alps, which disrupted multiple snowboarding and skiing events. Organizers have now confirmed more favorable conditions for today’s competition.
Slopestyle runs begin with the first athlete hitting the course in the late morning local time, with medals expected to be decided by mid-afternoon.
🇮🇹 Venue — Livigno Snow Park
All snowboarding events at the Milan-Cortina 2026 Games are being held at the scenic Livigno Snow Park in the Italian Alps, known for its challenging terrain and breathtaking alpine backdrop.
