Alexander Ospelt of Liechtenstein has been elected the new president of the International Ski Federation (FIS), narrowly defeating incumbent Johan Eliasch by a single vote at the organization’s congress in Belgrade, Serbia. The election outcome concludes a contentious period for the FIS, with Eliasch facing prior criticism. Ospelt secured 65 votes to Eliasch’s 64, signaling a shift in leadership for the international governing body of skiing. The vote followed attempts by Eliasch to retain his position. This marks a significant change for the FIS as it moves forward under new direction. Details regarding Ospelt’s immediate plans for the federation have not yet been released.