Ski World Cup Sölden: How the Ski Federation wants to "judge" the future of skiing itself

A look at the upcoming Ski World Cup in Sölden and the plans of the Austrian Ski Federation (ÖSV)

Spectacular opening to the ski winter and a winter sports season full of highlights

After the summer break, the Ski World Cup circus will return this weekend with the traditional giant slalom in Sölden. We are looking forward to the start of the 56th World Cup season, which will once again offer many sporting highlights. The ÖSV athletes are well prepared and want to continue their successes from last season. After the retirement of Marcel Hirscher, a new era is beginning in Alpine skiing. With Marco Schwarz, Manuel Feller and Co., there are several candidates who can succeed Marcel Hirscher. The ÖSV also sees great potential in the women's team. With Katharina Liensberger and Katharina Truppe, there are two strong athletes who have already proven their skills.

The ÖSV wants to use the upcoming season to further develop its talents and to prepare for the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing. The focus is on the disciplines of giant slalom, slalom and super-G. In the speed disciplines, the ÖSV is still lagging behind the competition and wants to make up ground in the coming season. To ensure the success of the future, the ÖSV wants to focus on the development of young athletes. In the "Nachwuchs 2026" project, the ÖSV wants to create ideal conditions for young talents and to support them on their way to the World Cup.