With one month to go before the start of the winter games, Eliasch stated that the low temperatures are helping organizers resolve issues related to snowmaking and cultivation in key locations.

“It seems there shouldn’t be any problems completing everything on time as planned. So, this is very good news,” he said in statements published in the local press.

The official reiterated that snow safety still depends in part on weather conditions, but stressed that the organizers have the technical capacity and resources necessary to manage the risks. “We are very used to this. It happens during the World Championships, and sometimes it happens during the Olympic Games.”

We have backup days on the calendar so that, if there are weather problems, we can postpone the races, he expressed.

However, he commented that the organization of future Games should prioritize snow-safe venues at higher altitudes, with a limited rotation to reduce costs and improve sustainability.

The event will take place from February 6 to 22, and expects the participation of some 3,500 athletes from 90 countries, competing for medals in the 16 sports included.

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