Andorran Ski Federation Launches Creand FIS Cup with €6,000 Prizes
New FIS circuit features 24 alpine ski races across Andorra's resorts from December to April, unifying the national calendar and boosting.
Key Points
- 24 races (12 men, 12 women) across disciplines like downhill, super-G, giant slalom, slalom.
- Starts Dec 27 with giant slalom at Arcalís, ends April 10; under-18, U21, senior categories.
- €6,000 prize fund; FIS points for top 30; open to international athletes from 5+ countries.
- Unifies calendar, enhances visibility and competitiveness for Andorran skiers.
The Andorran Ski Federation (FAE) presented the Creand FIS Cup on Tuesday, a new FIS circuit comprising 24 races—12 for men and 12 for women—across Andorra's ski resorts, with a total prize fund of €6,000.
The series begins on December 27 with a giant slalom at Arcalís, organised by Esquí Club Ordino Arcalís (ECOA), and concludes on April 10, also with a giant slalom at the same venue. Events will cover all alpine skiing disciplines, including two downhills, two super-Gs, four giant slaloms, and four slaloms, in under-18, under-21, and senior categories. Races aim to rotate through all resorts, weather permitting; insufficient snow could prompt shifts to alternative sectors.
FAE manager Carles Visa called the cup a vital advancement for Andorran alpine skiing, as it unifies the national calendar under one format. This structure enhances organisation, boosts visibility, and raises competitiveness through international entries. Each FIS race limits participation to 140 athletes per gender, with athletes expected from at least five countries and possibly up to eight or nine.
Points will follow the system used in the World Cup and Europa Cup, awarded to the top 30 finishers per event and category. Only holders of Andorran licences qualify for the overall rankings and prizes, split between elite and developmental athletes. Visa emphasised that the long-term format fosters consistency and growth, preparing skiers for higher-level circuits.
Cristina Terés, director of private banking at Creand, highlighted how the cup promotes sustained participation and elevates sporting standards. Organisers see it as key to athlete development and professionalising national events.
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