The athletes will support their home event which will see young athletes compete in cross-country skiing, ski jumping and Nordic combined between February 28 and March 8.

Among the number are ski jumper Jens Weissflog and Nordic combined athlete Eric Frenzel, who are both triple Olympic gold medallists.

They are joined by double world champion ski jumper Richard Freitag and cross-country skier Katharina Hennig, a three-time Junior World Championship medallist.

All of the ambassadors will be tasked with promoting the youth event and the youngsters taking part.

"The FIS Nordic Junior World Ski Championships are a huge chance for Saxony and the region," said Frenzel. 

"It is a big stage for the young athletes to show their performances to a home crowd and I am very much looking forward to it. 

"I remember taking part in my own Junior World Championships, which meant a lot to me. 

"It was the first time I met my international competitors, among them Akito Watabe with whom I have competed a lot at the top level of the sport since then. 

"We have become good friends. 

"I am proud to be able to support such an event for the young athletes today."

Henning added: "I support the FIS Junior World Championships in Oberwiesenthal because I come from Oberwiesenthal.

"I grew up and went to school here. 

"The Junior World Championships were my highlight every year as a young athlete. 

"I was asked if I would support the event here and I immediately said yes. 

"I am looking forward to being involved."