Edgar Grospiron Named Head of 2030 Winter Olympics in French Alps

The former Olympic skiing champion takes on the challenge of organizing sustainable and efficient Games across two French regions.

Edgar Grospiron, a 1992 Olympic gold medalist in freestyle skiing, has been appointed president of the 2030 Winter Games organizing committee.
The Games will take place from February 1-17, 2030, with events split between the French Alps and Nice, including newly constructed venues.
Grospiron replaces biathlon champion Martin Fourcade, who withdrew from the role due to disagreements with local authorities earlier this month.
Organizers emphasize sustainability and climate adaptation as central themes, addressing challenges like snow scarcity and ecological impact.
The French bid, finalized in 2023, was hastily assembled but secured government support and builds on expertise from the successful Paris 2024 Summer Games.