Ski Jumping
Paweł Wąsek is ill before the World Championships: 'It hit me hard and I’m suffering'
February 25, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
Polish ski jumper Paweł Wąsek has revealed that he is battling a cold in the days leading up to the World Championships in Trondheim. Despite feeling weakened by symptoms such as a sore throat, Wąsek remains confident that his condition will not negatively affect his performance at the upcoming international event, having already managed some short training sessions after his earlier competition in Sapporo.
Fell in Form – Is the World Championship a Chance? The Season’s Biggest Ski Jumping Mystery
February 25, 2025 / Krone.at
German ski jumper Pius Paschke, after a season of early successes with six World Cup victories, has experienced a dramatic decline in performance. Once dominating his rivals, his sudden loss of form led to his exit from the German World Cup squad, and his coach now hopes that the upcoming World Championship in Trondheim will offer a chance for a comeback.
The Whole World is Talking About Kamil Stoch. One Big Surprise
February 25, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
The article discusses the controversy surrounding Kamil Stoch’s omission from the World Championships in Trondheim. Despite being one of the most decorated ski jumpers of the last 15 years, Stoch was not selected by coach Thomas Thurnbichler, a decision that has stirred strong reactions from fans and international media, notably from Croatia.
For the First Time in 20 Years Without Kamil Stoch: World Championships Begin
February 25, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
Poland’s ski jumping team sets off for the World Championships in Trondheim amid historic changes – for the first time since 2005, star jumper Kamil Stoch will not participate. Instead, a new generation including Paweł Wąsek, Aleksander Zniszczoł, Jakub Wolny, Dawid Kubacki and Piotr Żyła has been chosen based on strong World Cup performances, while on the women’s side, favourite Nika Prevc leads a squad that also features Anna Twardosz, Pola Bełtowska, and Nicole Konderla. The article reviews past glories in Trondheim and highlights the challenges and opportunities ahead for Polish athletes in ski jumping, cross-country events, and Nordic combined.
Unexpected Problems for Top Ski Jumper Just Before the World Championships!
February 25, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
Top ski jumper Stefan Kraft is facing an unusual setback just before the World Championships in Trondheim. After returning from Sapporo with ongoing back pain, Kraft has now suffered an odd mishap when a neighbor’s cat attacked him, forcing him to undergo treatment. Despite these issues, his impressive record, which includes 13 World Championship medals, means he remains a formidable contender.
Granerud's VM Replacement is Confirmed
February 24, 2025 / Eurosport
Robert Johansson has been announced as the replacement for Halvor Egner Granerud in the World Championship team after Granerud suffered a knee injury. Johansson is returning to competition after strong performances in the Continental Cup in the USA.
Granerud's World Championship Replacement is Ready
February 24, 2025 / Eurosport
The Norwegian Ski Federation has announced that Robert Johansson will replace Halvor Egner Granerud in the World Championship team due to a recent knee injury sustained by Granerud. Johansson, who demonstrated excellent form in the Continental Cup in the USA, is expected to complement the team at the upcoming championships in Trondheim.
Ski Jumping – Selina Freitag Second at WM General Probe in Hinzenbach
February 23, 2025 / sportschau.de
Selina Freitag secured her sixth consecutive podium finish by finishing second at the World Cup test event in Hinzenbach. Missing her first individual victory by only 2.5 points, the German jumper expressed satisfaction with her performance ahead of the upcoming Nordic Ski World Championships in Trondheim, while teammate Katharina Schmid struggles to find her form.
Prevc Wins – Ski Jumping: Seifriedsberger Third in Hinzenbach
February 22, 2025 / krone.at
Slovenian ski jumper Nika Prevc, at just 19 years old, celebrated her fifth consecutive victory in Hinzenbach, widening her overall World Cup lead. The competition, which served as the first of two World Championship trial events, also saw a strong performance by the Austrian team with Jacqueline Seifriedsberger finishing third and Lisa Eder closely behind.
Again Second: Freitag Must Wait for Her First Victory
February 22, 2025 / Sport1
German ski jumper Selina Freitag continued her podium streak during the World Championship trial event (WM-Generalprobe) in Hinzenbach, finishing second once again behind Slovenia’s Nika Prevc. Despite achieving longer jumps, Freitag’s overall scores were lower, leaving her still awaiting her first career win. The event also featured notable performances by Jacqueline Seifriedsberger, Katharina Schmid, Juliane Seyfarth, Emely Torazza, and Luisa Görlich, setting the stage ahead of the upcoming World Championships in Trondheim.
Kamil Stoch in Crisis: 'He Has Already Decided on the Olympics'
February 22, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
The article covers Polish ski jumper Kamil Stoch’s current crisis following his exclusion from the world championship team by coach Thomas Thurnbichler. Despite questions about his future motivation, a psychologist from the Polish Olympic Committee suggests that the way the news was delivered will not affect Stoch’s decision, noting that he has already made up his mind about his participation in next year’s Olympic Games.
Johansson Wins in USA – Secures Bid for World Championship Spot
February 21, 2025 / Eurosport
Robert Johansson won the first of four Continental Cup ski jumping events in Iron Mountain, USA, posting strong jumps that secured the final World Championship ticket for Norway following Halvor Egner Granerud’s injury. Other notable competitors included Markus Müller, Markus Eisenbichler, and Fredrik Villumstad, with Johansson showing consistent performance across both rounds.