Ski Jumping
How Severin Freund reacted to Kamil Stoch’s retirement decision: a telling response
December 29, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
Germany’s Severin Freund praised Kamil Stoch’s decision to make the 2025–26 season his last, ending after the Milan–Cortina Olympics. Freund called Stoch a unique athlete you can never write off and suggested he could still contend at the Games. The former world-class jumper also spoke about coping with ever-changing rules and equipment, and advised retiring athletes to take time before starting their next chapter.
‘Magnificent’ Prevc claims Oberstdorf victory in Four Hills Tournament
December 29, 2025 / FIS
World Cup leader Domen Prevc produced two strong jumps to win the Four Hills Tournament opener in Oberstdorf by 17.5 points, becoming the first Slovenian man to win at that venue. Daniel Tschofenig recovered to take second and home favourite Felix Hoffmann finished third; Timi Zajc was disqualified for an illegal suit.
Big change at the Four Hills Tournament: new on-screen yellow line debuts
December 29, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
During the opening event of the 73rd Four Hills Tournament in Oberstdorf, TV broadcasts introduced a new yellow line graphic. In the KO-format first round, the yellow line shows the distance the second jumper in each pairing must reach to defeat their rival and advance, complementing the familiar green “lead” line. The feature appears only in the first series and is expected to remain as long as the KO system is used.
Poles kick off the Four Hills Tournament: start times and how to watch
December 29, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
The Four Hills Tournament opens in Oberstdorf with five Polish jumpers: Kamil Stoch, Maciej Kot, Paweł Wąsek, Piotr Żyła and 18‑year‑old Kacper Tomasiak. Stoch was 14th in qualifying, while World Cup leader Domen Prevc won and, along with Ryoyu Kobayashi, is a leading favorite for the overall. The article lists the KO pairings for Poles and provides Monday’s schedule and broadcast details (Eurosport 1, HBO Max, and TVN).
Nika Prevc targets third overall Two Nights Tour victory
December 29, 2025 / FIS (International Ski and Snowboard Federation)
Defending champion Nika Prevc will try to win the women’s Two Nights Tour for a third straight year as the World Cup mini‑tour opens with qualification in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Her main challenger is current overall World Cup leader Nozomi Maruyama, while Anna Odine Ström, Abigail Strate, Lisa Eder, Eirin Maria Kvandal, Nika Vodan, and the retiring Katharina Schmid are also highlighted as contenders. The two-leg German event (Garmisch 30–31 Dec, Oberstdorf 1 Jan) crowns the champion by combined points from both World Cup competitions.
Four Hills Tour Oberstdorf qualifying: Tschofenig third, Prevc wins
December 28, 2025 / Krone.at
Domen Prevc dominated the Oberstdorf qualification for the Four Hills Tournament opener with a 139.5 m jump, finishing more than ten points clear. Austria’s Daniel Tschofenig placed third behind Germany’s Philipp Raimund, while Jan Hörl (5th) and Stephan Embacher (6th) also impressed. Reigning overall champion Stefan Kraft struggled to 33rd but safely qualified; Karl Geiger missed the cut in 53rd.
Shock start to the Four Hills: Stoch tops Poles in Oberstdorf qualifying; all five advance
December 28, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
In blustery tailwind conditions at Oberstdorf, all five Polish jumpers qualified for the first Four Hills Tournament event, with Kamil Stoch leading the team in 14th. Maciej Kot, Piotr Żyła, Kacper Tomasiak and Paweł Wąsek also progressed, and the KO pairings were set—including a Polish derby between Kot and Wąsek. Domen Prevc won qualifying ahead of Philipp Raimund and Daniel Tschofenig, while big names like Karl Geiger and Stefan Kraft struggled.
Four Hills Tournament: Sniffer dogs provide a sense of security
December 28, 2025 / krone.at
The column notes heightened security measures at the 74th Four Hills Tournament in Oberstdorf, including police sniffer dogs checking for explosives. The presence of the dogs initially made some athletes think the investigators were targeting them, but they are part of broader precautions to protect the event. The piece emphasizes the increased focus on safety around the ski jumping highlight.
Piotr Żyła struggles in Oberstdorf training ahead of Four Hills start
December 28, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
Poland’s jumpers had a poor showing in both training rounds in Oberstdorf, with none finishing inside the top 20. Piotr Żyła was particularly off form, recording 101 m (61st) and 119 m (52nd), casting doubt on his chances of qualifying, while Kamil Stoch was the best Pole across sessions. Felix Hoffmann topped the first training and Jan Hoerl the second; qualifications for the Four Hills opener were set for later the same day.
“Total flop”: Home favorite Karl Geiger fails to qualify in Oberstdorf for the first time since 2013
December 28, 2025 / krone.at
Germany’s Karl Geiger missed qualification for the Four Hills opener in Oberstdorf after a disappointing 106.5 m jump, finishing only 53rd. The five‑time world champion had skipped competitions after poor qualifiers in Wisła to refocus on training, but the reset didn’t help; he called it “a proper grab in the toilet.” Teammate Philipp Raimund impressed in second, while ex‑coach Werner Schuster labeled Geiger’s setback a “huge blow.”
Poles learn their KO duels in Oberstdorf: a “Polish” matchup to open the Four Hills Tournament
December 28, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
After strong qualifying in Oberstdorf, all five Polish jumpers advanced to the opening competition of the 74th Four Hills Tournament. Kamil Stoch led the squad in 14th with 130.5 m, while Maciej Kot, Piotr Żyła, Kacper Tomasiak and Paweł Wąsek also qualified comfortably. The KO bracket sets up favorable pairings for most Poles, but Kot and Wąsek must face each other in a direct Round 1 duel.
Piotr Żyła surprises before Four Hills; Stoch leads Poles in Oberstdorf qualifying
December 28, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
Kamil Stoch was the best of the Polish team in Oberstdorf qualifying for the opening event of the 74th Four Hills Tournament, placing 14th with 130.5 m. Maciej Kot, Piotr Żyła, Kacper Tomasiak and Paweł Wąsek also advanced, with Żyła admitting his jump was "far from ideal" and lacking "contact between head and legs." The competition in Oberstdorf starts Monday at 16:30, marking Stoch’s 20th appearance in the prestigious series.