"Authorities are probing alleged financial misconduct totaling up to €30 million, with the investigation led by Croatia's Office for the Suppression of Corruption and Organised Crime (USKOK)."
"Pavlek has been a pivotal figure in Croatian skiing, overseeing the rise of the Kostelić siblings, who achieved global success despite limited resources and infrastructure."
"The uncertainty surrounding federation leadership now raises questions about the support structures behind the next generation of athletes, including promising talents like Zrinka Ljutić."
Vedran Pavlek, the director of the Croatian national alpine team since 1998, has been arrested amid a corruption investigation by USKOK. The investigation targets alleged financial misconduct involving up to €30 million. Raids were conducted in Zagreb, including at Pavlek's residence, as authorities probe questionable business arrangements spanning multiple years. Pavlek has been a pivotal figure in Croatian skiing, overseeing the success of athletes like Janica and Ivica Kostelić. The investigation raises concerns about the future support for emerging talents in the sport.
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