Alberto Tomba is a retired Italian alpine ski racer, born on December 19, 1966, in Bologna, Italy. He is best known for his success in the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup, where he specialized in the slalom and giant slalom events. Tomba won two gold medals at the 1992 Winter Olympics in Albertville and became a prominent figure in the sport during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Throughout his career, Tomba achieved a total of 50 World Cup victories, making him one of the most successful alpine skiers in history. His charismatic personality and distinctive style contributed to his popularity, and he remains a celebrated figure in the world of skiing.