World Cup start in Sölden: What can we expect in this World Cup winter?

Von WOM

The new World Cup in Sölden will open in three weeks. Fans are excited to see what the coming season will bring, especially according to the challenges of the past year. At that time, the effects of climate change were discussed intensively on winter sports and the question of whether the start of the season in October.

The concerns about snow deficits seem to be less present this year, as skiing has been skiing on the glacier in Sölden since September 20. Nevertheless, it remains unclear whether the winter athletes will actually always come through the season without interruptions; Cancellations of competitions cannot be ruled out, even if the cases will probably be lower this year than in the previous year when 16 races had to be canceled.

innovations of the season

One of the most exciting changes in the current season is the abolition of the controversial double runs. These took place in classic venues such as Wengen and Kitzbühel and had caused critical voices for both fans and athletes.

Another highlight is the decision to move the World Cup final to the USA to Sun Valley. This could attract new viewers and participants and give the event a fresh perspective.

Marcel Hirscher, the eight -time overall World Cup winner, also raises questions. Whether the former ski star will give his comeback at the opening season is still in the stars. Signs indicate that he could possibly be missing in Sölden, despite the hopes of the organizers who rely on his return. Hirscher has only won once in a difficult race, in Sölden, which increases the likelihood that he will decide against a start - and that could lead to decisive speculation in less than three weeks.

Hirscher has caused a lot of attention lately, especially after his long break. Ex-ESV President Peter Schröcksnadel even advised Hirscher to hold back so as not to endanger his career.

Marco Schwarz 'challenging comeback

Marco Schwarz is also faced with an intensive comeback after he had to recover from a cruciate ligament tear and an intervertebral disc operation. In a normal year one would expect that a temporary season will be initiated for him first, but the current situation forces ÖSV to rely on its skills. Schwarz has brought considerable seven medals in the past at World Championships, which makes him an indispensable part of the team.

His focus is on keeping himself healthy so that he does not want to risk everything for the home World Cup in Saalbach-Hinterglemm. The ski fan can therefore be curious to see how black will beat this season and whether it can win back his big form.

Austria also wants to set an example for the environment at the upcoming World Cup. In Saalbach-Hinterglemm, it is aimed at the fact that sustainability and alpine skiing can harmoniously coexist. Around 40,000 tickets have already been sold, and those responsible hope that this World Cup will be the first in which all races are sold out.

Another reason for the discussions in the ski world is the legal dispute between the Austrian Ski Association (ÖSV) and FIS President Johan Eliasch. While the ÖSV insists on the self -marketing of media rights, FIS plans central marketing. This could lead to far -reaching changes for all parties involved and is carefully pursued by many officials.

The coming weeks and months promise exciting revelations and developments both in the competition and behind the scenes. It remains to be seen whether Hirscher, black and the changes in the World Cup can ensure a snowy and successful season, especially since the fans and athletes are looking forward to the first departure in Sölden.