Alain Baxter, Britain’s most successful alpine skier has announced his retirement from international ski racing.

The 35 year-old Scot, known simply as ‘The Highlander’ to his fans, has raced with Snowsport GB’s British Alpine Ski Team since 1992 and made the announcement at the British Land National Ski Championships in Meribel, France.

Baxter was due to make his final fling down the slalom on Thursday at 3.00pm (UK time). Dressed in a kilt, he stopped mid-way down the course to share a dram of malt whisky with Mark Tilston, British Alpine Ski Team head coach.

On return to the UK, Alain will focus his attention on his new business venture Alain Baxter Sports Limited (ABS) – media work, undertaking personal appearances and general sports consultancy.

Commenting on his decision to hang up his competitive ski boots, Alain said: “It has been a privilege to represent Scotland and Great Britain at the top level of international ski racing for more than 20 years.

Information Source: www.skiclub.co.uk