Japanese moguls star Ikuma Horishima will compete at Livigno's Aerial Mogul Park, where -14°C temperatures create magical winter scenes.
The venue for the freestyle skiing moguls competition at Milano-Cortina 2026 is experiencing typical winter conditions, with temperatures dropping to minus 14 degrees Celsius in the early morning hours. The Livigno Aerial Mogul Park will host both men's and women's moguls events during the upcoming Winter Olympics.
Japan's Ikuma Horishima, one of the world's top moguls skiers, is among the athletes expected to compete at this venue. The 27-year-old has established himself as a consistent performer on the World Cup circuit and will be looking to add Olympic success to his impressive resume when the Games arrive.
Livigno's Extreme Winter Conditions
The sub-zero temperatures at the Italian resort create unique atmospheric conditions, as demonstrated by NHK Sports' creative experiment with soap bubbles. At minus 14 degrees, the moisture in the air and the soap solution creates fascinating crystalline formations, showcasing just how cold the mountain environment can become.
These frigid conditions are actually beneficial for moguls skiing, as they help maintain the quality of the snow bumps that define the sport. The consistent cold temperatures ensure the moguls retain their shape throughout training sessions and competition runs.
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Livigno's Aerial Mogul Park represents one of several venues across the Milano-Cortina region that will host Olympic competition. The resort's high altitude and reliable snow conditions make it an ideal location for freestyle skiing events, where athletes perform aerial maneuvers while navigating through a field of moguls.
The venue's readiness is being closely monitored as organizers continue preparations for the 2026 Winter Olympics. With athletes like Horishima already familiar with the location through World Cup competitions, the stage is set for exciting moguls action when the Olympic flame arrives in northern Italy.
