International Ski Federation (FIS) , President

International Olympic Committee, Member 
International Masters Games Association, Board Member

Slovenia has long been actively participating in international skiing competitions, with Kranjska Gora and Maribor annually hosting a World Cup race for the best skiers in the world, as well as of course Planica as a real mecca for ski jumping and ski flying. I am happy that the Masters Games also will get their turn, presenting us with the opportunity to expand the skiing family and  put into practice our philosophy of “Sport for life”. Let me assure you that the conditions at Kranjska Gora and Planica for the World Winter Masters Games competitions will be of the highest standard and extend my invitation for your visit.”