Saalbach 2025: Finnish Success & Fight for White Winters

The final day of the Alpine World Ski Championships in Saalbach was a key moment for Finnish skiers, with Eduard Hallberg finishing 12th—Finland’s best result in the competition—while Jesper Pohjolainen unfortunately did not complete his run. Hallberg showed strong potential, securing valuable World Cup points and expressing determination to improve.

Beyond the sporting achievements, the event underscored a growing concern: the future of winter sports is under threat. While Saalbach has made some efforts toward sustainability, such as using green energy, greener mode of transport and improving waste management, these steps are not enough. Winters are getting shorter, snowfall is becoming more unpredictable, and ski competitions and host locations must take much stronger action to reduce their environmental impact.

Organizations like White Winters emphasize that without urgent climate action, competitive skiing—and winter as we know it—faces an uncertain future. Events like the World Championships must lead the way by cutting emissions, rethinking ski tourism, and committing to real, lasting change. If we want future generations to experience the thrill of alpine racing, we need to act now to secure true white winters.