The program will be broadcast from Salzburg. Hirscher took home the eighth straight overall cup in the alpine spring. The 30-year-old from little Annaberg also has two Olympic golds and seven World Cup golds on the track record. Hirscher has kept away from public appearances during the summer and also kept a low profile on social media.

There are some signs suggesting that Hirscher will put the skis on the shelf. After the eighth straight title in the overall cup, a record, in March, he declared that he had doubts about the future and wondered if there was enough motivation left.

Set his own media day

It was originally thought that Hirscher would announce his decision at his own traditional media day in early August, but he canceled it just days before.

- It's a difficult decision to make. Should I continue for another season or not? I haven't made a decision yet, "Hirscher said, according to the AP.

The speculation that Hirscher will quit is backed by Ted Ligety writing about it on social media. "I would like to say it but can wait to tell you that Marcel Hirscher will be leaving," the American wrote this weekend, clearly emphasizing that it was speculation and playfully written.

Hirscher is third with 67 wins in the World Cup of all time. Only Ingemar Stenmark, 86, and Lindsey Vonn, 82, are ahead.