Skiing Triumph: Albert Popov Ends Bulgaria’s 45-Year World Cup Wait

Albert Popov has achieved a historic milestone in Bulgarian alpine skiing, securing his first World Cup victory in the night slalom at the Italian resort of Madonna di Campiglio. His triumph comes exactly 45 years to the day since Petar Popangelov claimed Bulgaria’s first World Cup slalom victory in Lenggries, Germany, on January 8.

Starting the event in eighth position after the first run, Popov delivered a stellar second descent, clocking a combined time of 1:45....