Nordic Combined
Claus Tuchscherer – Was His Horror Fall the Result of Sabotage?
February 26, 2025 / krone.at
Claus Tuchscherer, a former East German Nordic combined athlete who later competed as an ÖSV ski jumper, was a gold medal favorite at the 1978 Nordic World Championships until a mysterious incident caused his binding to come off. In an exclusive interview on the occasion of his 70th birthday, Tuchscherer reflects on his turbulent past, including accusations of betrayal after his escape and lingering questions over whether his fall was the result of sabotage.
Storm girls Nordic earns second at states
February 26, 2025 / Adirondack Daily Enterprise
The Saranac Lake girls Nordic ski team finished second overall at the state championships, with strong performances from their relay team and individual racers. Lake Placid's Leila Fey emerged as the top local finisher in the individual race, contributing to the team's success. Competitors from various schools showcased their talents at the North Creek Ski Bowl, highlighting the competitive spirit of New York's high school Nordic skiing scene.
Nordic Combined Team in Despair After Mysterious Instagram Disappearance: 'It’s a Crisis for Us'
February 25, 2025 / Eurosport
The Nordic combined team’s Instagram account was unexpectedly deactivated, leaving the team frustrated and deeply concerned. Sport manager Ivar Stuan stresses the seriousness of the situation, as the platform is a key tool for visibility and communication in an already underexposed sport.
‘You kind of sprint up a mountain’: A look at ski mountaineering ahead of its Olympic debut
February 25, 2025 / Anchorage Daily News
The article discusses ski mountaineering as it prepares for its Olympic debut in 2026, highlighting athletes like Emily Harrop, who have excelled in sprint races and adapted to the fast-paced nature of the sport. With competitions including sprints and mixed relays, the event showcases a unique combination of cross-country and downhill skiing skills.
17-Year-Old to Compete in Both Nordic Combined and Ski Jumping at World Championships
February 19, 2025 / Eurosport
Seventeen-year-old Ingrid Låte has been selected to participate in both the special jump and the Nordic combined events at the Ski World Championships in Trondheim. This opportunity comes following her recent gold at the junior world championships in combined, and comes as teammates miss the event due to injuries.
U.S. Nordic Combined World Championship Roster Announced, Includes 6 from Steamboat Springs
February 18, 2025 / Steamboat Pilot & Today
U.S. Ski and Snowboard has announced its 10-athlete roster for the 2025 FIS Nordic World Ski Championships in Trondheim, Norway. The team blends experienced veterans with emerging talent and features a strong contingent from Steamboat Springs, particularly on the women’s side with athletes like Alexa Brabec and Annika Malacinski.
Nordic Junior World Championships – Gold, Silver & Bronze: Mega Triumph for Austria
February 16, 2025 / krone.at
At the Nordic Junior World Championships in Lake Placid, the Austrian team achieved a spectacular medal haul with gold, silver, and bronze. Title defender Paul Walcher won the individual combined event and, together with his teammates, secured additional medals in the mixed and team sprint events, earning him a World Cup invitation through 2026.
Nordic Combined – World Championship Rehearsal Without a Podium Finish for the ÖSV Team
February 09, 2025 / krone.at
The article reviews a recent Nordic combined World Cup event in Otepää that served as a general rehearsal for the upcoming World Championships in Trondheim. Austria’s ÖSV team had mixed results, with Johannes Lamparter finishing fifth – the best among the men – while none of the Austrian women reached the top ten.
Nordic Combined: Geiger Unbeatable Again
February 09, 2025 / sportschau.de
Vinzenz Geiger celebrated a dream weekend at the Nordic Combined World Cup in Otepää, Estonia. After winning on Saturday, he secured victory in the Individual Compact event on Sunday by overtaking top favorite Jarl Magnus Riiber nearly 1.5 km from the finish. The result, with Julian Schmid in third and Wendelin Thannheimer delivering a surprise fourth, serves as an important rehearsal for the upcoming World Championships in Trondheim.
Turbo Ignited – Armbruster Races to Next Victory
February 09, 2025 / sportschau.de
DSV combiner Nathalie Armbruster clinched her third World Cup win in a dramatic Nordic combined race at Otepää on February 9, 2025. With a stunning final sprint that allowed her to overtake Norwegian Ida Marie Hagen, Armbruster celebrated a remarkable performance, even as teammate Maria Gerboth – the day’s best jumper – finished further back. The article also notes that Cindy Haasch, who fell during landing, will be examined for a knee injury.
Armbruster Celebrates After Comeback
February 08, 2025 / sportschau.de
At the Nordic Combined World Cup in Otepää, Estonia, German athlete Nathalie Armbruster managed to overcome a subpar jump and a challenging 5 km cross-country race to secure a third-place finish. Despite difficult wind conditions and technical setbacks during the ski jump, she edged out Japan’s Yuna Kasai in the sprint, while overall race leader Norway’s Ida Marie Hagen claimed the win, reinforcing Armbruster’s lead in the overall standings.
Fifth Place – Purker Earns Her Best World Cup Result
February 08, 2025 / Krone
Nordic combined athlete Claudia Purker achieved her best World Cup result by finishing fifth at a competition in Otepää, Estonia. She emerged as the top-performing Austrian in the 5 km cross-country segment, marking her second Top-Ten finish this season following a seventh-place finish in Seefeld. This strong performance is a promising sign as she gears up for the upcoming World Championships in Trondheim.