Ski Jumping
Johann André Forfang Takes Season's First Individual Win in Ski Jumping
February 08, 2025 / NRK
Norwegian ski jumper Johann André Forfang secured his first individual victory of the season in Lake Placid, ending a 335-day winless streak. The win was particularly emotional as Forfang, who has been open about his father’s serious battle with cancer, dedicated the triumph to his family, and it has been met with high praise from his coaches.
Granerud Overcomes Marathon Drama to Qualify in USA Despite Multiple Setbacks
February 08, 2025 / Eurosport
Norwegian ski jumper Halvor Granerud almost missed his chance to compete in the World Cup event in Lake Placid due to a series of travel mishaps. A passport error and delayed border crossing forced him to use borrowed gear, but he managed a 116.5 meter jump in the qualifiers that earned him a place in the final round.
Reisch Sets Hill Record – Freitag Finishes Fourth
February 08, 2025 / sportschau.de
At the World Cup in Lake Placid, German ski jumper Agnes Reisch set a new hill record of 130.5 meters, though she ultimately finished fifth due to conditions in her first round. Meanwhile, Selina Freitag secured fourth place in a competition marred by strong, unpredictable winds that forced an early restart.
A First for Women’s Jumping, Only a Little Late
February 08, 2025 / Adirondack Daily Enterprise
This article covers a historic women's ski jumping World Cup event in Lake Placid, marking the first time the high-level international competition has been hosted in North America. It highlights the struggles and progress of female ski jumpers, showcasing personal stories and the fight for equal recognition and pay in the sport.
German Ski Jumpers Overcome Qualifying Hurdle in Wind Lottery
February 07, 2025 / sportschau.de
German ski jumpers have successfully qualified for the individual competition at the World Cup in Lake Placid despite persistently challenging wind conditions. The article details the mixed performances of the German team—with highlights from Andreas Wellinger, Philipp Raimund, and rising talent Felix Hoffmann—as they work to regain confidence ahead of the Nordic Ski World Championships in Trondheim.
Women's World Cup Ski Jumping in Lake Placid Cancelled Due to Strong Winds
February 07, 2025 / krone.at
The Women's World Cup ski jumping event in Lake Placid was cancelled due to heavy, disruptive wind gusts. The competition was halted on Friday and has been rescheduled to Saturday at 0:15 MEZ after the jury called for extended pauses in the event.
Ski jumping World Cup returns to Lake Placid
February 07, 2025 / Adirondack Daily Enterprise
The article reports on the return of the FIS Ski Jumping World Cup to Lake Placid, highlighting the growth and aspirations of rising American ski jumper Tate Frantz. It also notes the historic addition of a women’s competition, which marks a significant development for the sport in the United States.
ÖSV-Adler Hayböck Unexpectedly Retires at Season’s End
February 04, 2025 / sportschau.de
Austrian ski jumper Michael Hayböck has announced his retirement at the end of the season. The veteran, known for several World Cup podiums and a silver medal at the 2014 Sochi Olympics in the team event, cites his new role as a father and a desire to focus on family as key reasons for ending his career.
Ski Jumping – The Surprise: ÖSV Eagle Ends His Career
February 04, 2025 / krone.at
Austrian ski jumper Michael Hayböck has announced his retirement at the end of the season, surprising the ski jumping community. Known for his impressive World Cup record with 367 starts, 60 podium finishes, and 17 wins, Hayböck said he now wants to focus on family life, especially his new role as a father.
Contradictory Message for Opseth Following Knee Injury
February 04, 2025 / Eurosport
Ski jumper Silje Opseth must undergo surgery following a knee injury sustained during a recent World Cup event in Japan. Initial reports suggested no operation was necessary, but further examinations revealed a torn ligament, effectively ending her season and ruling her out of the World Championships in Trondheim. Opseth expresses mixed emotions about the unexpected turn of events as she now turns her focus towards the upcoming Olympic season.
This is Why Thomas Thurnbichler Is Skipping the Event – Key Remarks About Kamil Stoch
February 02, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
Thomas Thurnbichler has decided to forgo the upcoming World Cup event in Japan (Sapporo) due to severe jet lag issues and family commitments, including the recent birth of his child. He also revealed that Kamil Stoch, who is currently not included in the U.S. squad for Lake Placid competitions, will resume training in Zakopane and eventually rejoin the team for the Sapporo event.
Polish Ski Jumping Team Selection for Next World Cup Confirmed
February 02, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
The Polish Ski Association has confirmed the lineup for the upcoming World Cup event in Lake Placid. Despite mixed results at Willingen, coach Thomas Thurnbichler has decided to retain the same five athletes – Dawid Kubacki, Paweł Wąsek, Aleksander Zniszczoł, Piotr Żyła, and Jakub Wolny – to compete in the next round of competitions.