Luge has been an Olympic sport since 1964. It has gained ground over the years, eventually becoming an Olympic sport. five events on the program for the Milan-Cortina Games in February. An unprecedented performance in its history on the Olympic stage. And after? The International Federation can have ambitions with Alpine luge, which is practiced on natural slopes, in the mountains, and not on tracks such as those that Olympic luge now shares with bobsleigh and skeleton.
Simon Paregger, the new FIL vice-president in charge of alpine luge, wants to believe it's possible, but is aware of the road ahead. This dream is certainly not over. That said, It would be a mistake to link our entire development solely to the Olympic Games.Luge as a whole needs to be strengthened; we must we develop on a global scaleIf we succeed, we will also improve the position of alpine luge with a view to its inclusion in the Olympic program. " he confides on the FIL website.
« Alpine luge has developed considerably in recent years; we have reached a very high sporting levelWe have professional organizers and dedicated people. " he notes, identifying three areas of focus: We must to support national federations more effectivelyby providing them with information and our expertise, because that's where the path from grassroots sport to elite level is built. Secondly, we must continue to to increase the visibility and range of the alpine sledBecause too many people are still unaware of the existence of the tobogganing family and this outdoor sport. Thirdly, we must continue working to establish sustainable structures so that our sport remains financially viable in the long term. »
