With only four years remaining until the next Winter Olympics, the organizing committee for the French Alps is undergoing a significant leadership crisis. Following a crisis meeting with the French government, the committee revealed "irreconcilable differences" within its leadership. The conflict primarily involves the committee's president Edgar Grospiron and CEO Cyril Linette, who represent opposing views on how to proceed with preparations.

This situation is compounded by the recent resignations of three senior figures within the committee, including communications director Arthur Richer, indicating deeper issues within the organization. Grospiron, a former Olympic champion in mogul skiing, has been tasked with being the decisive force in salvaging the Olympics' preparations in the French Alps vicinity, amidst mounting political pressure and public scrutiny.

France was awarded the 2030 Winter Olympics in fall 2023, competing against countries like Sweden (Stockholm/Åre/Östersund/Falun) for the honor, despite not having secured a state guarantee for the event. This has led to criticism from various political parties regarding the wisdom of hosting another Olympics in France, particularly against the backdrop of the local costs associated with the projects.