Rubbing shoulders with Swiss skiers in Lausanne

The Swiss Ski Federation recently held a special promotional event in the centre of Lausanne to build on last season's successes and find the next generation of skiers and boarders. Youngsters could meet stars including Didier Cuche or Carlo Janka. (Simon Bradley, swissinfo.ch)

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Rubbing shoulders with Swiss skiers in Lausanne

The Swiss Ski Federation recently held a special promotional event in the centre of Lausanne to build on last season's successes and find the next generation of skiers and boarders. Youngsters could meet stars including Didier Cuche or Carlo Janka. (Simon Bradley, swissinfo.ch)

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