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On Sunday the FIS and the canton of Bern gave the green light for the first time, now the U-turn continues: the Lauberhorn races scheduled for next weekend in Wengen will not take place.
Swiss-Ski confirmed this on Monday afternoon via Twitter. Consequently, the canton of Bern decided “after a new analysis of the current Covid 19 situation in Wengen” to cancel the races. “The organizers, Swiss-Ski and the FIS support this measure and thank the cantonal authorities for the good cooperation,” said Swiss-Ski.
“The decision hurts enormously, especially since the organizing committee has done an excellent preparatory work,” Bernhard Aregger, CEO of Swiss-Ski, said on the association’s website. “The cancellation of one of the most prestigious racing weekends on the World Cup calendar makes every ski fan’s heart bleed. However, it is our job to ensure the safety of everyone involved. Even with tough decisions like this, health is at the fore. “
The rumor was already circulating on Monday morning after the FIS ordered teams not to travel to Switzerland. Two races would have been planned on Friday and Saturday and a slalom on Sunday.
Mutated virus has taken root in Wengen
The reason for the cancellation is the high number of corona cases in Wengen, including cases of the mutated virus. Lately, many British tourists were in the Bernese Oberland ski area. Of the 1,100 residents, 51 people tested positive for the coronavirus.
The organizers now benefit that the insurance, valid until 2021, also covers the cancellation of races due to a pandemic. Therefore, the financial consequences are manageable.
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