Matteo Bendotti called up for World Cup slalom debut in Levi

Italian skier Matteo Bendotti has been called up to the national team for the upcoming World Cup slalom in Levi, Finland. Bendotti, 25, will make his debut on the major circuit following the injury of Tommaso Sala, who suffered a right knee sprain during training in Gurgl.

Technical director Massimo Carca has selected a seven-man squad for the event. Alongside Bendotti, the Italian roster includes Alex Vinatzer, Corrado Barbera, Tobias Kastlunger, Tommaso Saccardi, Edoardo Saracco, and Matteo Canins. Vinatzer will serve as the veteran leader for the group during the weekend competitions.