South Korea's Skiing Scandals Cast Shadow Over Winter Olympics

Scandal Rocks Korean Sport & Olympic Committee

Just as athletes like Mikaela Shiffrin and Lindsey Vonn prepare for the Winter Olympics, a major scandal hits South Korea's skiing scene. The Korean Sport & Olympic Committee (KSOC) is under fire for serious allegations:

• Coach Accused of Sabotage: A coach allegedly instructed an athlete to interfere with competitors during a race to benefit athletes from his private academy.
• Favoritism in Para Snowboarding: Another ex-coach is accused of pushing his daughter onto the national para snowboard team for the 2025-2026 season.

KSOC insists that fairness is non-negotiable in sports and is collaborating with police to investigate. However, this isn't their first controversy—eight members, including a former president, were accused of misconduct last year.

Milano Cortina's Cableway Crisis

Meanwhile, in Milano Cortina, where the Winter Olympics are set to take place, a major infrastructure issue looms. The Apollonio to Socrepes cableway, crucial for transporting fans to the women's Alpine skiing venue, remains under construction with just days to go.

The Stakes Are High

• Capacity: Designed for 3,000 people per hour.
• Structure: Features 53 cabins, 10 towers, and three stations.
• Challenges: Construction has faced ground fractures and landslide risks.

Will it be ready in time? More importantly, will it be safe?

Can KSOC Restore Trust?

As the Olympics approach, KSOC is under pressure to clean up its reputation. The skiing world is watching—can they regain trust before the games begin? And will the cableway hold up under pressure?

Only time will tell.