World Ski President Eliasch Loses Election by One Vote and Alleges IOC Influence
- Johan Eliasch was narrowly defeated in the International Ski and Snowboard Federation presidential election by Alexander Ospelt, with a 65-64 vote count.
- Alexander Ospelt won a four-year term to lead the International Ski and Snowboard Federation.
- Eliasch lost his membership in the International Olympic Committee, a prestigious sports organization.
- In his concession speech, Eliasch alleged the International Olympic Committee tried to influence the election outcome and urged the federation to maintain its independence.
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In a heartbeat finale, ski president Johan Eliasch is voted down: with 64:65 votes he is subject to challenger Alexander Ospelt. The loser reacts with a sharp attack against the IOC – because of alleged interference.
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