The former Winter Olympics site, once a symbol of national pride and sporting excellence, has been left derelict despite the massive £5.2 billion investment made two decades ago. The facility now suffers from significant overgrowth, with the bobsleigh track having fallen into disrepair and graffiti covering large portions of the buildings.
The abandoned venue stands as a stark reminder of the potential long-term consequences of hosting mega sporting events, raising questions about the sustainability of such investments. As Italy prepares to host the next Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina, concerns mount that the same fate could await the new facilities if proper planning and utilization strategies are not implemented from the outset.