An in tray of Olympic challenges spanning political, social, sporting and operational issues awaits the next International Olympic Committee president.

Behind closed doors at the IOC seven candidates hoping to lead the Olympic body are making key pitches to an exclusive club of more than 100 voters.

Two former Olympic champions are in the race to be the next IOC president.

Mikaela Shiffrin won her 21st career giant slalom at the World Cup Finals as the American standout ended the season with yet another record.

Greek racer AJ Ginnis has finished runner-up to gold medalist Henrik Kristoffersen of Norway in the men’s slalom at the Alpine skiing world championships to earn his country its first medal at a worlds in any Olympic sport on snow or ice.