skiing, snowboarding and mountaineering are among the most popular sports in switzerland. because of the large mountain range the nature of the country is well suited for such activities. bobsleigh was invented in st. moritz. the first world ski championships were held in mürren (1931) and st. moritz (1934). st. moritz hosted the second winter olympic games in 1928 and in 1948. among the most successful skiers and world champions are pirmin zurbriggen and didier cuche.