Ski Jumping
Kobayashi Dominates Qualifications at Bischofshofen in Four Hills Tournament
January 05, 2024 / L'Équipe
Japanese ski jumper Ryoyu Kobayashi secured a victory in the qualifications at Bischofshofen, the final stage of the Four Hills Tournament. His performance included a jump of 138 meters yielding 162.6 points, surpassing Stefan Kraft and Clemens Aigner.
Joséphine Pagnier Shines in Villach, Securing an Eighth-Place Finish
January 04, 2024 / L'Équipe
French ski jumper Joséphine Pagnier secured an eighth-place finish at the ski jumping competition in Villach, Austria. This marked her return to the top 10 after placing outside it in previous competitions. She maintains her second place in the overall rankings, though now stands 83 points behind leader Nika Prevc.
Two Nights Tour: A Step Towards Parity for Female Ski Jumpers
January 04, 2024 / L'Équipe
The Two Nights Tour marks a significant advancement in women's ski jumping, resembling the prestigious Four Hills Tournament for men. With participation rates rising, the event showcased women in a competitive setting, a first in this format, highlighting the ongoing quest for equality in the sport.
Two Nights Tour: A Leap Towards Equality for Female Ski Jumpers
January 04, 2024 / L'Équipe
The inaugural Two Nights Tour in Garmisch-Partenkirchen marked a significant step for women in ski jumping, providing a counterpart to the prestigious Four Hills Tournament traditionally reserved for men. Athletes like Josephine Pagnier emphasize the importance of this event in pushing for greater recognition and opportunities in the sport.
A Historic Step Towards Gender Equality in Ski Jumping
January 04, 2024 / L'Équipe
The Two Nights Tour is a new ski jumping event introduced in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, offering female jumpers their own competition akin to the prestigious Four Hills Tournament held for men. This initiative is seen as a step towards parity in the sport, although logistical and financial challenges remain. Skier Joséphine Pagnier and others view the event as an important step, but acknowledge there's a long way to go before achieving full equality.
Four Hills Tournament: Jan Hoerl wins in Innsbruck
January 03, 2024 / L'Équipe
Jan Hoerl triumphed in the Innsbruck stage of the Four Hills Tournament, scoring 267.5 points. He outperformed Japanese jumper Ryoyu Kobayashi, who finished second with 258.7 points, and fellow Austrian Michael Hayboeck, who took third place with 254 points. Hoerl's victory marks a significant achievement on home soil.
Ski Jumping: World Cup Updates, Schedule, and Results from the Four Hills Tournament
January 03, 2024 / L'Équipe
This article provides an overview of the latest news, schedule, and results regarding ski jumping, specifically focusing on the World Cup and the iconic Four Hills Tournament. The piece highlights recent performances and upcoming events, making it a crucial resource for fans of the sport.
Jan Hoerl Claims Victory at Innsbruck's Four Hills Tournament
January 03, 2024 / L'Équipe
Austrian skier Jan Hoerl won the third stage of the Four Hills Tournament at Innsbruck. He scored 267.5 points to take the win at home, with Japan's Ryoyu Kobayashi and Austria's Michael Hayboeck finishing second and third, respectively.
Joséphine Pagnier Struggles in Villach, Loses World Cup Lead
January 03, 2024 / L'Équipe
French ski jumper Joséphine Pagnier finished 14th in Villach, Austria, causing her to lose her lead in the World Cup standings to Slovenian competitor Nika Prevc. Despite stable wind conditions, Pagnier could not match her previous winning performances, allowing Prevc to take the yellow bib after a strong victory.
Prevc powers to ‘Two Nights Tour’ title defence
January 02, 2024 / FIS
Nika Prevc successfully defended her title at the 'Two Nights Tour', winning the overall competition in Oberstdorf. Despite starting in fourth place after the first round, a spectacular jump in the second round secured her victory with an unbeatable total score.
Anze Lanisek Triumphs in Innsbruck Qualifications of the Four Hills Tournament
January 02, 2024 / L'Équipe
Anze Lanisek secured victory in the qualifications for the third event of the Four Hills Tournament in Innsbruck. With a jump of 134 meters, Lanisek outperformed competitors such as Stefan Kraft and Ryoyu Kobayashi. Challenging wind conditions affected performances, notably impacting Andreas Wellinger.
Joséphine Pagnier finishes 12th at Oberstdorf
January 01, 2024 / L'Équipe
Joséphine Pagnier, leading the World Cup standings, achieved her lowest result of the season with a 12th place finish at Oberstdorf. Despite this setback, she retains her overall lead after six events, ahead of Slovenia's Nika Prevc.