Ski federation presidential election under legal appeal
Austria, Croatia, Germany and Switzerland are appealing the proceedings to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) contending that “democratic principles” were not followed in an election won by Johan Eliasch as the lone candidate. FIS contends the May 26 election was held in “strict compliance with the FIS Statutes and Swiss law”
Johan Eliasch re-elected for new term as ski federation president
The International Ski Federation (FIS) officially changes its name to the International Ski and Snowboard Federation, among other pivotal decisions taken at the 53rd International Ski Congress in Milan. Also, FIS will assume control of Para Snowsports from the International Paralympic Committee
FIS Congress on tap as ski federation boss Eliasch imposes his “Concorde Agreement”
Johan Eliasch vowed he would revamp skiing, most notably streamlining television rights and thus eliminating long-time FIS partner Infront Sports & Media. National Ski Associations are upset with how events are unfolding and the lack of internal communication, all of which are dividing influencers within the sport.
Ferriani wins new term as Winter Sports Federations president in election disputed by Eliasch
Despite an election in which he received zero votes after withdrawing his name, International Ski Federation president Johan Eliasch remains adamant in pursuing the Association of International Olympic Winter Sport’s Federations leadership position. A source close to FIS contends official procedures were not adhered to concerning the AIOWF’s recent General Assembly, and therefore the outcome of president Ivo Ferriani’s reelection should be invalid
No opposition for Eliasch at upcoming FIS presidential election
Current International Ski Federation (FIS) president Johan Eliasch will obtain a new four-year term, running unopposed at the organization’s next elections in Milan, Italy, in late May
WINTER SPORTS WORLD: Uncharted Olympic course lies ahead for alpine skiers and new FIS leadership
International Ski Federation president Johan Eliasch speaks with Around the Rings about the diplomatic boycott, continuing venue preparations and executing successful competition, despite the uncertainties and unknowns of the Beijing 2022 Winter Games
New Ski Federation president Johan Eliasch addresses obstacles, expresses immense confidence for Beijing 2022
The new FIS China Liaison Office will provide on ground assistance to Beijing organizers. Alpine World Cup season kicks off on the Rettenbach Glacier in Soelden, Austria, this weekend
Message from FIS President Johan Eliasch
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Bold Ambitions for FIS Presidential Candidate
(ATR) Swedish NOC president Mats Årjes releases his manifesto as he bids to become the next FIS president.
