Ski Jumping
Women Ski Jumpers Win Equal Pay for First Time at First Women’s World Cup in USA
February 11, 2025 / TownLift, Park City News
This article reports on the historic Women’s World Cup ski jumping event held in Lake Placid, New York – the first of its kind on U.S. soil – where female athletes received equal prize money for the first time. The move, hailed by industry leaders including U.S. Ski & Snowboard CEO Sophie Goldschmidt, marks a significant step toward gender equity in ski jumping and contrasts with previous disparities observed in international events.
Adam Małysz Sparks Controversy; Apoloniusz Tajner Retorts
February 10, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
The article details the heated reaction in the world of ski jumping following Adam Małysz’s critical remarks about director Alex Stoeckl. Former PZN president Apoloniusz Tajner offers a counter view, explaining that Stoeckl’s late involvement in the preparatory period limited his influence, while also highlighting promising performances by Polish jumpers at the Lake Placid contest and looking ahead to upcoming qualifications in Trondheim.
Ultimatum for Kamil Stoch: World Championships in Focus
February 10, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
The article reports that Polish ski jumper Kamil Stoch is facing an ultimatum from national team coach Thomas Thurnbichler ahead of the World Championships in Trondheim. Stoch must deliver top results in the upcoming World Cup events in Sapporo to secure his spot, as the competition for the final team position is tight, particularly against teammate Maciej Kot.
In Norway, Adam Małysz’s Actions Spark Major Reaction
February 10, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
The article details the strong reaction in Norway following Adam Małysz’s public criticism of Alexander Stoeckl, the sports director of the Polish Ski Association, who once built the Norwegian ski jumping powerhouse. It highlights the tense atmosphere in Polish ski jumping, the potential effects on upcoming international competitions, and even touches on political pressure influencing the sport.
Paweł Wąsek’s Great Ambitions: ‘That’s What You Train for Your Whole Life’
February 10, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy
In this interview, Polish ski jumper Paweł Wąsek shares his lifelong dedication to training and his ambitions to become a leader not only within the national team but also on the international World Cup circuit. Conducted in Lake Placid, the discussion highlights his recent strong performances, including top-ten finishes and an 8th place at the Four Hills Tournament, marking the best period in his career so far.
Ski Jumping Chief Misrepresents Reality. The Truth Looks Different
February 10, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
The article discusses the recent ski jumping competitions at Lake Placid, USA, which enjoyed impressive fan turnout largely driven by the Polish community. However, World Cup director Sandro Pertile downplays the success, attributing it more to the overwhelming support of Polish fans than to the general popularity of ski jumping in the United States. Prominent Polish jumpers, including Dawid Kubacki, Piotr Żyła, Aleksander Zniszczoł, and Paweł Wąsek, along with remarks from Adam Małysz, underscore the unique influence of the Polish diaspora at these events.
Mysterious Words from Paweł Wąsek, Right After Poland’s Best Competition
February 09, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy
The article features Polish ski jumper Paweł Wąsek who finished ninth in a World Cup event at Lake Placid, USA. Wąsek expresses his irritation over a minor misunderstanding during the competition without revealing specific details, and he looks ahead to upcoming events in Japan while noting he had no acclimatization issues in Lake Placid.
Exciting Battle for World Championship Qualification: Polish Ski Jumping in USA Makes Big Changes
February 09, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
Polish ski jumpers are in a fierce contest to secure their ticket to the World Championships in Trondheim after a strong World Cup performance in Lake Placid. The article details the impressive results of Paweł Wąsek and outlines point calculations that could decide the final team selection, highlighting both assured qualifiers and the uncertainties regarding some competitors.
Paweł Wąsek: Leader Among Polish Ski Jumpers Not Only on the Hill! This Amount is Impressive
February 09, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
The article reviews Paweł Wąsek’s outstanding performance at the Lake Placid Ski Jumping World Cup weekend. It details his prize money earnings – over 53,950 Swiss francs (approximately 240,100 PLN) – and compares his financial success to that of his Polish teammates. The piece also notes that Wąsek is set to compete in the upcoming event in Sapporo alongside Kamil Stoch, Maciej Kot, and Kacper Juroszek.
Polish Leader Chases His Formidable Rival! This Is the World Cup Standings
February 09, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
Austrian ski jumper Daniel Tschofenig is on track to clinch the overall World Cup title after an impressive victory in Lake Placid, which gave him a 203-point lead over his closest competitor, Jan Hoerlem. The article outlines the current standings after 21 events, highlighting the performances of Polish ski jumpers including Paweł Wąsek, Aleksander Zniszczoł, Jakub Wolny, and Dawid Kubacki, and mentions upcoming competitions in Sapporo as the season nears its conclusion.
Martin Schmitt Doesn’t Mince Words About the Poles; His Remarks Go Global
February 09, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
Legendary German ski jumper Martin Schmitt has delivered a frank critique of the state of Polish ski jumping. In an interview with sport.pl, he stressed that while past stars like Kamil Stoch, Dawid Kubacki, and Piotr Żyła once dominated the scene, the current generation is struggling, and one athlete needs to rise as the new leader ahead of the upcoming World Championships in Trondheim.
Sensational Polish Ski Jumping! Best Polish Performance This Season
February 09, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
The article covers an exciting World Cup ski jumping event in Lake Placid, where Polish athletes delivered one of their best performances of the season. Paweł Wąsek impressed by finishing 9th with a near podium jump, while other members of the Polish team also showed strong competitiveness, despite Dawid Kubacki’s disappointing result.