Ski Jumping
Response After World Championship Kickoff - "When We Were Stomped On, I Said..."
March 04, 2025 / Krone
In the aftermath of the World Championship opener, German ski jumpers face criticism but respond with a strong performance. Karl Geiger and Andreas Wellinger reflect on their achievements and the challenges they faced over the season, emphasizing the importance of resilience and teamwork.
Difficult start for the Poles on the large hill in Trondheim; it was painful to watch
March 04, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy
The Polish ski jumpers had a disappointing start at the World Championships in Trondheim, with Anna Twardosz being the best performer among them, finishing in 24th and 34th place. The team's performance was overshadowed by the struggles of her teammates, who recorded jumps below 100 meters.
Poland's Team Announced for World Ski Jumping Championships! Final Decision Made
March 04, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy
Poland has finalized its team for the mixed event at the Ski Jumping World Championships. Notably, Dawid Kubacki and Aleksander Zniszczoł will join Anna Twardosz and Pola Bełtowska in the competition. The decision surprises as top-ranked Polish jumper Paweł Wąsek was excluded from the lineup.
ÖSV-Adler jokes about sharing rooms: Kraft? 'He despaired with me'
March 04, 2025 / Krone
A humorous exchange among the ÖSV ski jumpers reveals the competitive spirit among them, especially between teammates Stefan Kraft and Michael Hayböck. They often engage in video game competitions like Mario Kart during their stay in team hotels, highlighting a light-hearted rivalry and camaraderie.
Eighth Gold in Sight: Schmid in the WM Mixed Team
March 04, 2025 / Sport1
Ski jumper Katharina Schmid has qualified for the German team competing in the Mixed event at the World Championships, aiming for her eighth title. Schmid, alongside vice-world champion Selina Freitag, secured her place after impressive training performances.
Unexpected Darkness During Polish Jumpers' Training at Ski Jumping Championships
March 04, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy
During the second training session at the Ski Jumping World Championships in Trondheim, an unusual incident occurred when part of the lights went out while Polish athletes trained. The situation was quickly rectified, and the training resumed normally after a short delay. Polish jumper Aleksander Zniszczoł notably performed well during this session, reaching 134 meters with 82 points.
Scandal at the World Championships: 'Let the Poles Mind Their Own Business'
March 04, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy
The article discusses a scandal involving the German ski jumper Karl Geiger during the World Championships, where his controversial uniform design has led to debates about regulations in ski jumping. Prominent figures such as Adam Małysz and former ski jumper Andreas Stjernen weigh in on the situation, emphasizing the need for self-reflection within the Polish ski community before criticizing others.
Leader of the team sidelined for the Ski Jumping World Championships. Coach of the Poles explains the decision
March 04, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy
Thomas Thurnbichler has decided that Dawid Kubacki and Aleksander Zniszczoł will participate in the mixed team competition for the Ski Jumping World Championships. He praised the performances of the two athletes in training while explaining the exclusion of their best jumper, Paweł Wąsek, from the lineup.
Ski-VM: This detail causes serious injuries – claims it should be banned
March 03, 2025 / NRK
The article addresses concerns over serious knee injuries in ski jumping, attributing some of the incidents to a specific design detail in ski equipment. Experts are calling for changes to improve safety and reduce the risk of injuries among athletes as they prepare for the upcoming Ski World Championships in Trondheim.
Bleak forecast for Polish ski jumpers: A single word — "tragedy"
March 03, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy
Andrzej Wąsowicz, the president of the Silesian-Beskid Ski Association, expressed a pessimistic outlook for Polish ski jumpers at the ongoing World Championships in classical skiing, stating that securing a medal seems unlikely. He emphasized that while they performed decently, it is insufficient for high-level competition.
Wellinger Celebrates Unusual WM Silver
March 03, 2025 / Sport1
Andreas Wellinger celebrates his silver medal at the ski jumping World Championship in a unique way, expressing optimism for the future of the German team. Following his impressive performance, he enjoys two hours of table tennis before the next competition.
"Gab viele Emotionen" - ÖSV-Adler verrät: Mario Kart gegen WM-Frust
March 03, 2025 / Krone
Daniel Tschofenig shares his experience following a disappointing start at the World Championships in ski jumping. He discusses how playing Mario Kart helped him cope with his frustration, and he looks forward to competing in upcoming events in Trondheim, aiming to achieve medals.