Julian, tell us about your 2025/26 season.

One highlight was the Slalom City FIS race in Leogang, where I was able to achieve a great result together with a good friend of mine.

You decided to end your career. Why?

I had to admit to myself that years of back pain during training had taken away the enjoyment for me.

Who supported you particularly strongly last season?

On the one hand, my mum supported me especially strongly this season and was a huge help when I had to make the difficult decision to end my ski racing career. On the other hand, my dad was, as always, a great support as my serviceman, mental coach and trainer.

About the Ski-Club and its history

How long have you been part of the Ski-Club?

I have been a member of Ski-Club Arlberg since I was six years old. I first competed in many small district races through the Ski-Club, and that eventually led me into competitive sport. Thanks to the great support of the Ski-Club, I was able to attend the ski middle school in Schruns and later the ski high school in Stams.

The Ski-Club is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year. What does that mean to you?

For me, it is skiing history - and skiing is truly lived and breathed in the Ski-Club.

Is there a role model from the Ski-Club’s past or present who has particularly inspired you?

Former professional ski racer Magnus Walch inspired me a great deal.

Do you remember a special anecdote or story that you associate with the Ski-Club?

My first training camp in the indoor ski hall in the Netherlands when I was eight years old.

What creates the sense of togetherness in the Ski-Club for you?

For me, the sense of togetherness is characterised by the flexible opportunities available and by the motivation throughout the entire team. There is no ski club in the world that lives and breathes skiing the way the SCA does.

If you imagine the Ski-Club another 25 years from now, what do you hope for the future of the club and for the next generation of athletes?

I hope this spirit of skiing is preserved for young people and, above all, that their enjoyment of skiing lasts for as long as possible. I also hope young athletes continue to have the opportunity to develop in every possible direction.