Today at 10:55 AM local time, ETV and ERR's sports portal will begin a live broadcast of the men's slalom first run at the Milano Cortina Olympics. The commentators for the event are Helar Osila and Laur Mägi, with reporter Debora Saarnak covering the action on the ground. At 14:25, the second run will also be broadcast live, marking a significant day for viewers interested in Olympic skiing events.

A total of 96 athletes will compete in the men's slalom, among them Estonian skier Tormis Laine, who is starting with the number 39. Following a disappointing performance in the giant slalom where he placed 28th, Laine expressed a lack of optimism about his upcoming performance, stating that he finds it hard to think positively. He mentioned to ERR that he is prepared to give his all in the competition, but remains realistic about his chances, hinting at the struggles he faces in this high-pressure environment.

This season, a total of nine slalom races have been held in the World Cup series, with Norwegian skier Atle Lie McGrath leading the overall standings with 452 points. Laine, who aims to do well despite his earlier performance, faces tough competition, especially from Brazilian skier Lucaas Pinheiro Braathen, who recently won the giant slalom gold medal at these Games. The event has garnered significant attention, with fans eagerly watching to see how Laine performs at this crucial Olympic stage.