Wintersport

Claudia Pechstein Appointed German Allround Speed Skating National Coach

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German speed skating legend Claudia Pechstein has officially transitioned from her interim position to become the permanent national head coach for the allround division, the German Ice Speed Skating Association (Deutsche Eisschnelllauf-Gemeinschaft) announced. The five-time Olympic champion, who previously handled the role on a provisional basis, took over the full-time coaching responsibilities effective August 1. … Read more

FIS President Johan Eliasch Voted Out in Shock Defeat to Alexander Ospelt

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FIS President Johan Eliasch Ousted in Tight Vote: What Happens Next? May 15, 2025 — Lausanne, Switzerland — Johan Eliasch, the Swiss skier and longtime president of the International Ski Federation (FIS), lost his re-election bid by a single vote to Swiss rival Alexander Ospelt in a dramatic election that could reshape alpine skiing’s global … Read more

Johan Eliasch Ousted as FIS President, Liechtenstein’s Alexander Ospelt to Take Over

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Leadership Transition at FIS: Addressing the Future of International Skiing Johan Eliasch, the President of the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS), faces significant internal pressure regarding his leadership tenure as the organization approaches a potential change in governance. While reports have circulated regarding a transition, the structure of the FIS remains under intense scrutiny … Read more

How Johan Eliasch’s Leadership Caused FIS to Suffer a $10M Loss-And Why the 2026 Presidential Election Could Change Ski Sport Forever

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International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) President Johan Eliasch faces a critical re-election vote on June 11, 2026, as he defends his aggressive modernization agenda. The British-Swedish businessman, who has led the federation since 2021, is seeking a second term in a three-way contest against challengers Victoria Gosling of Britain and Alexander Ospelt of Liechtenstein. … Read more

Eishockey-Bundestrainer Kreis: DEB trennt sich von Trainer im Vorfeld der WM

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Eishockey-Bundestrainer Harold Kreis entlassen: Ein Neuanfang vor der Heim-WM The German Ice Hockey Federation (DEB) has officially parted ways with national team head coach Harold Kreis, effectively ending his tenure following a string of disappointing international performances. The decision, confirmed by the federation on Friday, comes just one year before Germany is set to host … Read more

FIS President Johan Eliasch Under Fire Over Broken Promises and Financial Mismanagement

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The Belgrade Brink: Johan Eliasch and the Battle for the Soul of Winter Sports In the high-stakes world of international sports governance, there is a fine line between visionary leadership and a power struggle that threatens to destabilize an entire ecosystem. As the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) marches toward the June 11 election … Read more

ÖSV-Biathlet verkündet Karriereende – ski1.at

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Over and Out: David Komatz Announces Retirement from Professional Biathlon After 13 years of navigating the grueling intersection of cross-country skiing and precision marksmanship, David Komatz has officially called it a career. The veteran Austrian biathlete, a mainstay of the ÖSV (Österreichischer Skiverband) squad, announced his departure from the sport, signaling the end of a … Read more

German Ski Federation Feud Erupts Before Historic Reform: Partenkirchen Demands Massive Funding Boost for New Year’s Jump Event

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Vierschanzentournee on the Brink: Garmisch’s Financial Demands Threaten Legendary Ski Jumping Event Skiclub Partenkirchen, host of the iconic New Year’s ski jumping event, is at the center of a financial dispute with the Deutscher Ski-Verband. (Frank Hoermann/Sven Simon/Imago) Just weeks before the 2026/27 ski season, the future of the Vierschanzentournee—the most prestigious event in ski … Read more

Skispringen: Vierschanzentournee für Frauen im kommenden Winter

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Breaking a 75-Year Barrier: Women’s Four Hills Tournament Officially Confirmed for Upcoming Winter For seven decades, the Four Hills Tournament has stood as the crown jewel of ski jumping—a grueling, high-prestige gauntlet that defines careers and cements legacies. But for 74 of those years, it was a closed shop. That changes this coming winter. The … Read more

German Skating Chief Lied About Reporter, Faces Backlash

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Hamburg and Berlin – The German public broadcaster ARD and investigative journalist Hajo Seppelt have secured legal victories against the Deutsche Eisschnelllauf- und Shorttrack-Gemeinschaft (DESG), the German ice skating and short track federation, in two separate court cases. The rulings, handed down by courts in Hamburg and Berlin, stem from disputes related to ARD’s reporting … Read more