Fans will be allowed in to FIS World Cup events in Switzerland provided they are vaccinated against COVID-19 or able to provide proof of a negative test ©Getty Images

International Ski Federation (FIS) World Cup events in Switzerland are set to welcome spectators in the 2021-2022 season provided they have tested negative or are vaccinated against COVID-19.

Swiss-Ski is eager to ensure that competitions in the seven disciplines - Alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, ski jumping, snowboarding, skicross, freeskiing and telemark skiing - all run smoothly for the second season affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

"The COVID-19 certificate requirement that has been in force for a few weeks for events in other sports has proved its worth," said Hannes Hofer, director of Swiss-Ski Weltcup-Marketing AG.

"We are therefore optimistic about the 2021-2022 World Cup season and are very much looking forward to enabling spectators to attend World Cup events in Switzerland again.

"Together with the organisers, we want to offer the public unforgettable moments."

Swiss-Ski is eager for events to run smoothly after a disjointed 2020-2021 season ©Getty Images
Swiss-Ski is eager for events to run smoothly after a disjointed 2020-2021 season ©Getty Images

In addition to the stands, spectators will be allowed access to the fan villages VIP hospitality services and party tents at the various venues.

The governing body and organisers of the events in Switzerland will remain in close contact with cantonal and federal authorities.

The FIS has said that "adjustments to the spectator concept are possible depending on the development of the pandemic in Switzerland."

The city of Chur is set to host the Freeski Big Air World Cup on October 22.