Austria’s Ski Jumping Dominance: A Warning from Werner Schuster Austria’s ski jumping team has emerged as the undisputed powerhouse in recent years, leaving competitors like Norway, Poland, and Germany trailing in their wake. The nation’s dominance was on full display during the Four Hills Tournament, where they claimed the top spot wiht ease. but what’s … Read more
Kraft’s Near-Victory, Jury Criticism at Four Hills Tournament austrian ski jumping star Stefan Kraft came agonizingly close to securing his second Four Hills Tournament title, only to see his hopes dashed by a combination of bad luck adn controversial judging. The 31-year-old veteran, who last won the prestigious tournament a decade ago, finished a heartbreaking … Read more
Italian Skier brignone Triumphs in Semmering Giant Slalom Italian alpine skiing star Federica Brignone claimed her second giant slalom victory of the season in Semmering, Austria, on a thrilling day of competition. The 34-year-old, who also topped the first run, showcased her dominance, leaving other contenders in her wake. Her only previous elimination this season … Read more
“It is with great sadness that we have to announce that Joonas Ikonen, the 2005 World Junior Champion and our long-time coach, has died in a boating accident. We will miss his friendship and knowledge. We want to express our deepest condolences to Joonas’ family and loved ones. We want to ask for peace of … Read more
The ski flying world championships will start on Thursday in Bad Mitterndorf. Anze Laniska will be missing from one of the most important events of the season. PS January 24, 2024, 10:45 am PAP / Grzegorz Momot / In the photo: Anze Lanisek Anze Lanisek is undoubtedly one of the best ski jumping World Cup … Read more
Four Bridges Tour (72nd edition) – second event in Garmisch-Partenkirchen:1. Anže Lanišek (Slovenia) 295.8 b, (136.0 m/137.0 m), 2. Rjojú Kobajaši (Japan) 292.6 (137.0/135.5), 3. Andreas Wellinger (German) 291.4 (138.0/137.5), 4. Manuel Fettner 288.7 (136.0/138.0), 5. Jan Hörl 281.4 (140.0/128.5) , 6. Stefan Kraft (all Cancer) 276.6 (133.5/132.0), 7. Marius Lindvik (Nor.) 275.5 (133.5/133.0), 8. … Read more
Pinkelnig (129.5 m/127 m) slipped from third place in the final, just behind the Canadian Abigail Strate (131/130.5), but was still happy. “That was a really cool debut,” emphasized Pinkelnig in the ORF interview and saw potential for improvement. “But there are still a few things that can be done better.” Having narrowly missed the … Read more
9.10 a.m.: Wellinger is not worried about the future of ski jumping Olympic ski jumping champion Andreas Wellinger is not worried about the future of his sport in times of climate change. “I don’t see the danger that ski jumping will no longer take place at some point. In my opinion, the challenge lies in … Read more
As of: December 26, 2023 1:38 p.m The German ski jumpers are more successful than they have been for a long time. Three DSV Eagles could have a say in winning the tour. The nominations from national ski jumping coach Stefan Horngacher came without any major surprises. No wonder, after all, the squad for the … Read more
And in Zakopane in the stands one bagpipe, then another bagpipe, then bortniczuk, then pads and a full stand. Sports success spilled over from the hill. Last places for us. Vein Read the whole thing he said that as much as 111.5 m allowed him to rest. Stoch as usual at the end of the … Read more