Ski Jumping
Freitag Wins Silver at the World Championships on the Large Hill
March 07, 2025 / SPORT1
Selina Freitag secured a silver medal in ski jumping at the Nordic Ski World Championships in Trondheim, marking her third medal at the event. The competition was interrupted due to strong winds after the first round, but Freitag accomplished an impressive jump, solidifying her podium finish after previous medals in the individual and team events.
Nordic Ski World Championships - Wind Cancellations! Pinkelnig Finishes Fourth in Large Hill Competition
March 07, 2025 / Krone
The women's ski jumpers of Austria concluded the Nordic Ski World Championships in Trondheim without an individual medal, with Eva Pinkelnig placing fourth in the large hill event. Strong winds caused the competition to end after just one round, leading to a disappointing result for Pinkelnig despite her previous strong performance.
Paris Returns to Victory After 15 Months with Triumph in Kvitfjell
March 07, 2025 / Gazzetta
Dominik Paris claims victory in the downhill event at Kvitfjell, marking his first win in over a year. The Italian skier outpaced Swiss rivals, showcasing his skills and returning to form after a challenging period.
Ski-VM: Silje Opseth Opens Up About Weight Problems: Now a World Champion Reveals Personal Issues to NRK
March 07, 2025 / NRK
In a recent interview, Ski jumper Silje Opseth discussed her struggles with weight issues, sparking a conversation about personal challenges in the sport. Fellow jumper Katharina Schmid shared similar experiences, emphasizing the difficulty of finding the right balance between weight and performance in ski jumping.
Legend Rants - WM Controversy: "We Are Forced to Cheat!"
March 07, 2025 / Krone.at
Ski jumping legend Sven Hannawald criticizes the use of oversized suits that allegedly give competitors an unfair advantage at the World Championships in Trondheim. He argues that the current rules allow bending of the regulations, forcing athletes to cheat to compete effectively.
Freitag Sixth in Ski Jumping Qualification
March 06, 2025 / SPORT1
In the qualification round for the Ski Jumping World Cup, Selina Freitag finished sixth, showcasing strong performance ahead of the competition. The top contender Nika Prevc secured first place with a jump of 138.5 meters, while other German athletes also advanced.
Poles have a new leader at the World Championships! Soared beautifully. Amazing jumps
March 04, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy
Aleksander Zniszczoł demonstrated his excellent form at the World Championships by achieving a jump of 134.5 meters during the third training in Trondheim. After initial struggles in the first training, Polish ski jumpers improved significantly, displaying a strong contender for the upcoming competitions.
How Jumpers Reacted to Kamil Stoch's Absence at the Ski Jumping World Championships
March 04, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy
Due to the decision of coach Thomas Thurnbichler, Kamil Stoch did not travel with the Polish team to the World Championships in Trondheim, sparking a significant reaction among fellow jumpers. Dawid Kubacki noted the sadness of Stoch's absence, highlighting his preparation to compete alongside the team.
Ależ skok Aleksandra Zniszczoła w Trondheim. Kapitalnie! Już czuł zapach wygranej
March 04, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy
Aleksander Zniszczoł achieved an impressive jump of 134 meters during the second training session at the large hill in Trondheim, placing him in the top five and surpassing leading World Cup contenders. However, his teammate Paweł Wąsek struggled, finishing at the bottom among the Polish competitors.
Ski Jumping: Wellinger and Co. Weak in First Training
March 04, 2025 / Sport1
The German ski jumpers delivered a poor performance in their first training session on the large hill, failing to place in the top 10. Andreas Wellinger was the best German, ranking 12th after three rounds. The team still has competitions ahead, including mixed, team, and individual events.
Controversy over "Sleeping Bag" - World Championships: Cheating Allegations Against German Skier
March 04, 2025 / Krone.at
The article discusses the cheating allegations against German ski jumper Karl Geiger during the Nordic Ski World Championships in Trondheim, following criticism regarding his ill-fitting suit. Polish media claimed that Geiger's equipment should be scrutinized to ensure fairness in the competition, prompting reactions from various figures in the ski jumping community, including retired athletes.
"Fallschirm": Serious Fraud Allegations Against German Ski Jumper
March 04, 2025 / Sport1
Serious fraud allegations have emerged against German ski jumper Karl Geiger following the World Championships in Trondheim, causing a stir in Poland. Accusations center around Geiger's competition suit, which Polish commentators and former ski jumping stars have criticized for being excessively large or inappropriate for the sport.