Ski Jumping
Nordic Ski World Championships: DSV Jumper 'Not a Medal Favorite'
February 27, 2025 / Sport1
German ski jumper Pius Paschke has modest expectations ahead of the Nordic Ski World Championships in Trondheim. Despite a strong start to the season, recent disappointing results and a drop in form among his teammates have led him to downplay Germany’s chances at the event. Paschke is focused on maintaining his own performance and has a clear plan for the championships.
Pius Paschke: 'I Have a Clear Plan for the World Championships'
February 27, 2025 / Sportschau
Ski jumper Pius Paschke speaks in a detailed interview ahead of the Nordic Ski World Championships in Trondheim. He explains his early-season form, technical challenges with his take-off, and the importance of focus and teamwork as he outlines his strategy for a turbulent season.
Haakon as Guest: Ski World Championships Opened with a Colorful Celebration
February 26, 2025 / Sport1
The 55th Nordic Ski World Championships in Trondheim were inaugurated with a vibrant, one‐hour celebration despite wet, cold conditions. Over 5000 spectators, including Norway’s Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit, witnessed the opening festivities preceding competitions in ski jumping, cross-country skiing, and Nordic combined—with more than 1000 athletes from 73 nations set to compete.
World Championships Ski Jumping: First Rounds Complete – Polish Results Revealed
February 26, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
The women’s ski jumping training sessions at the World Championships in Trondheim have commenced. Among the Polish representatives, Anna Twardosz delivered the best performance during the practice jumps, while Pola Bełtowska, despite setting an impressive record earlier in Lake Placid, recorded lower positions during these sessions. The article outlines the training results and provides details on the upcoming qualification rounds and competition schedule.
Kamil Stoch's First Coach Criticizes Adam Małysz: 'He's Jealous'
February 26, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
Krzysztof Sobański, the first coach of legendary ski jumper Kamil Stoch, expressed his outrage regarding the management of the Polish ski jumping team. In an interview with Polsat Sport, he blames team tensions on former champion Adam Małysz – suggesting that Małysz is jealous of Stoch’s success – and criticizes coach Thomas Thurnbichler for spoiling the team atmosphere. Sobański's comments come as Stoch was omitted from the Polish squad for the upcoming World Championships in Trondheim.
That's Why Kamil Stoch Isn't Going to the World Championships – 'That's the Truth'
February 26, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
Kamil Stoch, despite harboring hopes of competing at the World Championships in Trondheim, was ultimately left out of the Polish team due to his lackluster form. Coach Thomas Thurnbichler and Eurosport’s Sebastian Szczęsny explained that Stoch failed to provide compelling evidence of his comeback, forcing the team to favor other athletes who are currently in the top five.
Ski Jumping World Championships: German Record Champion Falters in Training
February 26, 2025 / Sport1
German record world champion Katharina Schmid struggled during training for the World Championships in Trondheim, finishing well behind the leaders with jumps placing her 16th, 22nd, and 25th. In contrast, medal hopeful Selina Freitag delivered much stronger performances with placements of 9th, 4th, and 3rd, as top competitors Eirin Maria Kvandal and Sara Takanashi led the rounds. The qualification round is scheduled for Thursday evening followed by the normal hill event decision on Friday.
Alexander Stoeckl Speaks: He Reveals the Behind-the-Scenes of Talks with the Polish Ski Association
February 26, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
In an interview with Norway’s Dagbladet, Austrian ski jumper Alexander Stoeckl detailed the events that led to his departure from the Polish Ski Association (PZN). He explained that he maintained his decision to resign after a board meeting, surprised by remarks from Adam Małysz, and highlighted the strong potential he sees in Polish ski jumping.
Things are in Chaos in the World of Ski Jumping – Norwegian Shocked by Adam Małysz’s Opinion
February 26, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy
The article discusses the FIS initiative to merge the men’s and women’s ski jumping calendars starting in the 2026/27 season in an effort to boost interest and reduce costs. Former Polish ski jumper Adam Małysz criticized the plan, arguing it would lead to oversaturation, while Norwegian ski officials such as Jan-Erik Aalbu and Sandro Pertile defend the change as a necessary evolution for the sport.
Ski Jumping: Hüttel Wants to Put Season Planning 'to the Test'
February 26, 2025 / sportschau.de
The article discusses the struggles of the German ski jumping team ahead of the Nordic Ski World Championships in Trondheim. DSV Sport Director Horst Hüttel has announced an in‐depth review of the season planning following a rapid decline in performance, with veteran jumper Pius Paschke and others failing to live up to early-season expectations.
During Mega Jump – Knauß: 'I Got My Pants Completely Soiled!'
February 26, 2025 / krone.at
Former ski racer Hans Knauß recalls his wildest jump in an Audi talk ahead of the Nordic Ski World Championships. He humorously remembers an incident in 1995 where he pushed his luck further and ended up with his pants completely soiled, and he also praises his ski jumping idol Andi Goldberger while forecasting nine medals for Austria in Trondheim.
Here is the Secret Behind Gregor Deschwanden's Results. The Miracle Worker from the Netherlands Found a Loophole in the Rules
February 26, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
The article reveals the secret behind ski jumper Gregor Deschwanden’s impressive form this season. Thanks to the unexpected collaboration with Dutch specialist Robin van Baarle, Deschwanden and the Swiss team have benefited from new, competitive jumpsuit designs that exploit a loophole in the regulations, boosting their results in international competitions.