Marco Schwarz: Recovery from Herniated Disc Surgery Delays World Cup Comeback
Photo GEPA pictures Marco Schwarz’s Training Camp Setback Everything was almost ready for Marco Schwarz’s
New FIS Helmet Advertising Rules Should Boost Revenue for Ski Athletes
About a year ago, the color scheme of ski helmets became a hot topic in the ski racing world. FIS President Johan Eliasch was unhappy with the "Red Bull helmets" Marco Odermatt and others wore. He felt the design looked too much like the sponsor's product. Despite the debate, the regulations remained unchanged, and the FIS did not restrict the color and design of helmets. New regulations will provide more advertising space on helmets starting in July 2024. Previously, athletes had 50 square centimeters for advertising on the front of the helmet. Now, they have an additional 50 square centimeters for a second logo on the front or sides of the helmet.
Ski Gossip: AJ Ginnis and Christina Födermayr’s Romance Heats Up
June 30th, The ski world is celebrating a new couple: Greek skier AJ Ginnis (29) and Austrian ski crosser Christina Födermayr (23). AJ Ginnis, a former US Ski Team member, has found success since starting to ski for his native country of Greece. Last season, he won the men's slalom silver at the 2023 World Championship.
Felix Monsen Faces Career Uncertainty as Swedish Federation Cuts Support
Felix Monsen is currently the only Swede competing in the World Cup speed disciplines, which has become increasingly challenging. The Swedish Ski Association, citing the “weak Swedish krona,” “high inflation,” and a “dry sponsorship market,” announced cost-cutting measures in May. Consequently, the Federation's negotiated integration of Monsen into the Norwegian men's speed team initially planned through the 2026 Olympic Games, has ended.
From GBR Racer to Manager: Charlie Raposo Joins Lucas Pinheiro Braathen’s Team
Britain's Charlie Raposo, a Green Mountain School alumnus who recently retired from racing, has a new job. The 28-year-old will now manage Lucas Pinheiro Braathen, who is returning to the World Cup race for Brazil.
Stella Johansson: Stifel U.S. Ski Team Injury in Zinal Europa Cup GS
The Stifel U.S. Ski Team member from Aspen, Colorado, Stella Johansson, faced a setback in the first European Cup race of the 2023/24 season.
Fabian Ax Swartz: Swedish Sensation Making World Cup Debut
Fabian Ax Swartz is currently a fast-rising talent in Swedish ski racing and will make
Sölden Giant Slalom Canceled: New Venue Search Outside Austria
The FIS intends to reschedule the men’s World Cup giant slalom that was canceled on Sunday due to strong winds. However, the World Ski Association has also clarified that the race must be held at a World Cup location already included in the 2023/24 calendar and that a new organizer cannot be added.
Bang in Sölden – Lucas Braathen ends his career immediately
Over, over, over - Lucas Braathen has just announced at a press conference in Sölden, to everyone's surprise, that he is ending his career as a ski racer. The recent dispute with the Norwegian association was too much of a bad thing.
Manuel Feller’s struggle with “World Championship aftermath”
The drama and missed medal left Manuel Feller scarred and struggling to cope with the 2023 World Championships.
Jasmine Flury: Downhill World Champion’s Bold Equipment Move
It was a surprise when Jasmine Flury from Davos won downhill gold at the World Championships in Méeribel on February 11th of this year.
Swedish Ski Star Aronsson Elfmann: Season Delayed by Injury
Swedish ski star Hanna Aronsson Elfmann Faces Setback: foot Injury sustained in Argentina delays 2023/24 Season.
Marco Schwarz: Balancing four events during the 23/24 Season
Marco Schwarz Photo: GEPA pictures/ Johannes Friedl Marco Schwarz has had a tight schedule recently,
Red Bull Helmet Controversy: FIS and Athlete Sponsor Clash
Red Bull has once again captured the attention of FIS President Johan Eliasch. Initially, the
