Radio La Sportiva | Lavaredo Ultra Trail 2026 | Andrea Rostan

In this interview recorded during Lavaredo Ultra Trail 2026 in Cortina d’Ampezzo, we sat down with Andrea Rostan, La Sportiva athlete and winner of the Lavaredo 20K, before welcoming Daniel Pattis live in the studio immediately after his incredible victory in the Lavaredo 50K, where he set a new course record. As the race unfolded, Andrea shared his perspective on the evolution of Italian trail running, the strength of the La Sportiva team, and the special atmosphere that makes Lavaredo Ultra Trail one of the most iconic events in the sport. We discuss his rivalry and friendship with athletes such as Nadir Maguet, his future ambitions, and the possibility of moving up to longer distances in the coming years. The conversation also explores Andrea’s training philosophy, his work with Italian National Team coach Paolo Germanetto, and his thoughts on the future of mountain running, including the dream of seeing the sport become part of the Olympic Games. Later in the interview, newly crowned Lavaredo 50K champion Daniel Pattis joins us fresh from the finish line. Daniel reflects on his race, the battle with Nadir Maguet, the tactical moments that decided the outcome, and the emotions of breaking the course record at one of trail running's most prestigious events. Together, the two athletes offer a fascinating look inside elite mountain and trail running, highlighting the friendship, respect, and team spirit that define the sport at the highest level. Topics covered: Andrea Rostan and the Lavaredo 20K victory Daniel Pattis' Lavaredo 50K course record Lavaredo Ultra Trail 2026 The battle between Daniel Pattis and Nadir Maguet Team La Sportiva athletes and team culture The atmosphere of racing in Cortina d’Ampezzo Friendship and rivalry in trail running Progression from short trail races to longer distances Training with Italian National Team coach Paolo Germanetto Mountain running and trail running in Italy Future goals and race ambitions Sierre-Zinal and longer-distance racing The Olympic dream for mountain running Italian trail running's new generation of athletes The importance of community and supporters in endurance sports #LavaredoUltraTrail #LUT2026 #AndreaRostan #DanielPattis #NadirMaguet #LaSportiva #TrailRunning #MountainRunning #UltraTrail #Lavaredo50K #Lavaredo20K #Dolomites #ItalianNationalTeam #TrailRunner #EnduranceSports #RunningCommunity #Cortina #MountainAthlete #CourseRecord #TrailRunningInterview