Ski: World Association wants to host the first “FIS Games” in 2028

In a statement before the 54th FIS Congress, the World Ski Federation announced the “FIS Games” 2028. 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 biggest of all snow sports events; a groundbreaking celebration that will bring the FIS family together like never before. Over 16 days, the Games will bring together the greatest talents from the Olympic and non-Olympic sports – and of course the Para- From alpine to freestyle, freeski and snowboard to Nordic, telemark, speed skiing and freeride, the world’s best athletes will showcase their skills in front of a global audience,” the FIS statement said.

Letters of intent to host the event premiere in 2028 would be accepted from August 1 of this year. After that, an inspection group will start work. In the spring of 2024, the FIS Council is scheduled to make the final decision on the venue. Because the FIS also wants to “be a pioneer in terms of sustainability and inclusion”, as the text says, existing competition venues are to be used for the FIS Games.