Born in 2009 in Val-d’Illiez, where winter sports are part of the local DNA, Thibaud grew up with skis on his feet. From an early age, he joined his village ski club, discovered the thrill of competition, and started nurturing his ambitions.
In spring 2021, he joined Ski Valais within the CRP Ski Team Dents du Midi — a demanding and high-performing regional structure. In 2025, his selection for the NLZ West in Brig (one of the three National Performance Centers bringing together Switzerland’s best young athletes) marked a decisive step toward elite sport and the FIS circuit. Alongside his studies at the Brig Sports School, Thibaud continues to progress with discipline and determination.
Between resilience and passion
Throughout his young career, Thibaud has shown remarkable resilience. Despite several injuries in the U12 category, he never lost his motivation. In U14, even with high start numbers, he quickly improved, earning the title of Valais Slalom Champion and qualifying for IRW competitions, gaining confidence and valuable experience.
In U16, his evolution accelerated — regular podiums, first participation in the Swiss Championships, and in 2024/2025, victory in the IRW overall ranking as the best athlete in French-speaking Switzerland. He even wore the Swiss leader’s bib until March 20, 2025 — proof of his outstanding national level. International selections took him to face top competitors from Europe and the U.S., with a remarkable 4th place in slalom at the FESA Cup in Les Ménuires confirming his strong international potential.
Since joining the FIS circuit in November 2025, Thibaud has embraced the challenge of this highly competitive environment with enthusiasm. His results speak for themselves: a FIS NJR slalom victory in Les Crosets, 6th at the Swiss U18 Slalom Championships (1st among 2009 athletes) in Meiringen, and 18th at the Swiss U18 Giant Slalom Championships (4th among 2009 athletes) in Elm — proof of his capacity to succeed at the national level.
Goals
Ambitious yet grounded, Thibaud aims to achieve top FIS points in slalom among Swiss athletes born in 2009 and finish among the top 8 in the Swiss Cup overall standings. These goals reflect his drive to remain among the very best of his generation.
Partenaires
Thibaud’s progress is made possible thanks to the support of his valued partners, who provide the means for him to train, travel, and perform at the highest level.
➡️ Région Dents du Midi
➡️ Fischer
➡️ Vola
➡️ Reflex Levages SA
➡️ Jubin Frères SA
➡️ Ski-Club Val-d’Illiez
➡️ Raiffeisen de la Vallée d’Illiez
➡️ Ski Valais Supporter
Awards
2026
FIS Level
- 🥇 1st place – FIS NJR Slalom, Les Crosets
- 6th place – Swiss U18 Slalom Championships, Meiringen (🥇 1st 2009)
- 13th place – FIS UNI Slalom, Meiringen (🥇 1st 2009)
- 18th place – Swiss U18 Giant Slalom Championships, Elm (🍫 4th 2009)
- 19th place – FIS NJR Slalom, Arolla (🥉 3rd 2009)
- 20th place – FIS NJR Slalom, Arolla (🥉 3rd 2009)
- 26th place – CIT Giant Slalom, Zinal (🍫 4th 2009)
- 29th place – FIS NJR Slalom, Hoch-Ybrig (🥈 2nd 2009)
2025
French-speaking Switzerland Level
- 🥇 1st place – IRW U16 Slalom
- 🥇 1st place – IRW U16 Giant Slalom
- 🥇 1st place – IRW U16 Slalom (second competition)
- 🏆 1st place – IRW U16 Overall Ranking
Swiss Level
- 🥈 2nd place – Sunrise Cup Slalom U16
- 🥉 3rd place – Sunrise Cup Slalom U16
- 11th place – Sunrise Cup Giant Slalom U16
- 6th place – Swiss U16 Super G Championships
- 18th place – Swiss U16 Giant Slalom Championships
- ✅ 6th place – Swiss U16 Overall Ranking
International Level
- 🍫 4th place – European U16 Championships “FESA Games 2025” (Les Ménuires, France)
- 13th place – Slalom, La Scara (Val d’Isère, France)
- 38th place – Super G, La Scara (Val d’Isère, France)