The men's alpine skiing competition in Bormio has progressed to the giant slalom event, where Tormis Laine will compete as the 28th skier. His first race is set to start at 11 AM, followed by a second run at 2:30 PM, with live updates being provided by Postimees. Laine, the top Estonian skier at the age of 25, previously made his Olympic debut in 2018 but did not finish his races in the subsequent Olympics in Beijing, making this event especially significant for him.

In the giant slalom, a total of 81 athletes will take to the slopes, and Tormis Laine is ranked as the 28th competitor. This marks his first opportunity to represent Estonia at the Milano Cortina Olympics after experiencing various challenges in his previous Olympic appearances. The competition will be tough, particularly with strong contenders from the top group, including established skiers like Marco Odermatt from Switzerland, Loic Meillard also from Switzerland, and Brazil's Lucas Pinheiro Braathen, who are all among the top three in the World Cup standings for giant slalom.

The implications of Laine's performance in this giant slalom event are significant for his career and for Estonian skiing as a whole. As Laine aims to overcome past challenges and make a mark on the Olympic stage, his results could inspire future generations of Estonian skiers. The attention surrounding his participation also highlights the growing interest in winter sports in Estonia, supporting the development of the discipline in the country.