Davide Simoncelli (born January 30, 1979, in

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) is a former

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alpine ski racer from Italy who specialized in

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. Simoncelli made his World Cup debut in

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. He took two World Cup victories and eight podium finishes, all in giant slalom. He took five podiums on the ''Gran Risa'' track of

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, with a victory and four second places. He finished fourth in the World Cup points standings for giant slalom twice, in

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and 2010. Simoncelli competed for Italy in three

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and seven

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. He was also Italian giant slalom champion in 2012 and 2013. He announced his retirement from competition in March 2015.

World Cup podiums

* 2 wins – (2 GS) * 8 podiums – (8 GS)

Season standings

References

External links

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Salomon
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