Ski legends

Stars on skis

A flurry of camera flashes, excited reporters and a beaming victor: In the 1970s Gustav Thöni was the focus of media attention, and the press flocked around the successful ski racer from Trafoi. Together with the best skiers in the world, such as Piero Gros, Ingemar Stenmark and Hansi Hinterseer, Gustav attracted many enthusiastic fans to watch on TV or even attend the competitions.

Here is a selection of athletes, coaches, friends and companions of Gustav Thöni, who accompanied him throughout his career. They were all the idols of an entire generation, and are skiing legends who form part of the sport’s rich history: