Seefeld 2019: Faces Around the World Championships

Rainer is a star hairdresser and make-up artist in Mösern. During the World Championship, the dedicated cross-country skiing fan gets closer to the athletes than almost anyone else. They can have their make-up done and their hair styled in the "Green Room" before the award ceremony. Particularly the Russian and Slovenian athletes take advantage of this offer. The Norwegians are usually already made up, as they come from the TV stations. Rainer is especially pleased about the numerous Swedish and Norwegian fans, as they create the best atmosphere.

"It's funny how you change while working. Normally, I fully support Austria, but during this time, I cheer for every athlete and wish every athlete all the best from the bottom of my heart!"

Your task: Yvonne Kirnbauer is the Head of Administration. This means she is responsible for all organizational matters behind the scenes and is involved everywhere. Her work started 5 years before the World Cup, in 2014. So she is happy that the World Championships are finally here – and that everyone is having fun. What she likes most is the fantastic atmosphere.

"Hand in hand – together we can achieve great things!"

His task: As the official mascot of the 2019 World Championship in Seefeld, Snowie mingles with the fans and spreads fun and good cheer. Snowie is always ready for photos – once spotted, it's practically surrounded by fans! Especially the children are excited to meet Snowie. But the adults also love to take a photo with Snowie to take home as a memento.

“Seeing how happy the people are is wonderful! Interacting with the many fans from all over the world is just fun!”

Your task: You extract the last milliseconds from the skis of Austria's best athletes. You are the waxing professionals and prepare the skis with great expertise and effort.

"The last milliseconds can be the decisive difference between winning and losing!"

His task: Gerhard Niederwieser serves as the operations commander at the operational center for the World Championships. The responsibilities are diverse: ranging from traffic service to the safety of the stadiums and visitors, as well as the personal protection of celebrities and royal families. Between 200 and 400 officers are deployed daily under Niederwieser.

"So far, we are completely satisfied with the progress of the World Championships in Seefeld and hope for a great sports festival!"

His task: He is the companion of the police. Nemo is out every day with group inspector Michael Stocker, searching for forbidden items and substances.