A new major event is coming up for ski stars like Sofia Goggia. © APA/afp / CHARLY TRIBALLEAU

New major event: The “FIS Games” are coming

The next major event in winter sports is apparently a done deal. In a statement before the 54th FIS Congress, the World Ski Federation announced the “FIS Games” 2028.

24 May 2023

From: apa/det

These are intended to cover the entire range of snow sports and extend over 16 days in those years in which there are no Olympic Games or World Championships. According to the official timetable, interested organizers can submit a declaration of intent until November 1st.

“The FIS Games will be the largest of all snow sports events; a groundbreaking celebration that brings the FIS family together like never before. Over 16 days, the Games will bring together the greatest talent from Olympic and non-Olympic sports - and of course Para sports too. From alpine to freestyle, freeski and snowboard to Nordic, telemark, speed skiing and freeride, the world's best athletes will showcase their skills to a global audience,” the FIS statement said.

Letters of intent to host the event premiere in 2028 would be accepted from August 1st this year. An inspection group will then begin work. The FIS Council is expected to make the final decision on the venue in spring 2024. Because the FIS also wants to “be a pioneer in matters of sustainability and inclusion,” as it says in the text, existing competition venues should be used for the FIS Games.