Laurent Muhlethaler secures the only French podium in Nordic combined this winter

March 22, 2025 / L'Équipe

Laurent Muhlethaler finished third in the last Nordic combined competition of the season at Lahti, marking the sole podium finish for France in the World Cup this year. This is his second career podium, highlighting his impressive performance in the final race.

Lamparter doubles up in Lahti to clinch third overall behind new champion Geiger

March 22, 2025 / FIS

Johannes Lamparter's double victory in Lahti secures him third place overall for the season, while Vinzenz Geiger is crowned the overall champion. Lamparter's impressive jump of 134.5m helped him maintain a significant lead during the cross-country segment, leading to his commanding win.

Lamparter cruises to Lahti win to extend lead over Schmid in race for third

March 21, 2025 / FIS

Johannes Lamparter secured a victory in Lahti, edging out Julian Schmid to strengthen his position in the overall standings of the Nordic Combined World Cup. Despite windy conditions that led to the cancellation of the ski jumping segment, Lamparter’s strong performance in the cross-country race allowed him to take the lead and finish ahead of home favorite Ilkka Herola, who came in second.

Schmid wins last PCR of the season in Lahti

March 20, 2025 / FIS

Julian Schmid took the victory in the last Provisional Competition Round (PCR) of the season in Lahti with a standout jump of 126 meters. His performance earns him a leading position heading into the weekend's main competitions, with fellow competitors Johannes Lamparter and Ryota Yamamoto following close behind.

Geiger to be crowned overall champion as Herola targets more success in Lahti

March 19, 2025 / FIS

Vinzenz Geiger will officially be crowned the men's overall champion at the Viessmann FIS World Cup Nordic Combined season finale in Lahti, as he leads the standings after a successful season. Ilkka Herola aims to capitalize on his home advantage following his first individual World Cup victory in Oslo.

Five-time overall World Cup No.1 Frenzel on coach life, Germany's rising stars and retiring Riiber: 'He made our sport so much better'

March 18, 2025 / FIS

Eric Frenzel, a five-time overall World Cup No.1 in Nordic combined, discusses his transition to coaching, the promising talent in the German team, and reflects on the career of retiring Norwegian star Jarl Magnus Riiber, highlighting the impact of Riiber on the sport.

Juha Mieto Welcomes Ilkka Herola to Legendary Finnish Team and Remembers Norwegian Sausage Incident – "Thank Goodness It Wasn't Ilkka"

March 17, 2025 / Yle

Juha Mieto expressed his satisfaction as Ilkka Herola made a historic win in Holmenkollen, marking his first victory in the World Cup. Mieto reminisced about past victories and welcomed Herola to the esteemed club of Finnish sports legends.

Record digital engagement and television viewers at Trondheim 2025

March 17, 2025 / FIS

The FIS Nordic World Ski Championships in Trondheim 2025 saw record digital engagement and television viewership. With a social media reach of 43.6 million and over 230,000 attendees across various events, the championships showcased a significant rise in audience interaction and live broadcasts, reflecting the popularity of Nordic skiing in Norway and its global impact.

Historic Coup for German Winter Sports Phenomenon: "It feels so surreal"

March 16, 2025 / Sport1

Nathalie Armbruster has made history by becoming the first German to win the overall World Cup in Nordic Combined while simultaneously preparing for her final exams. After a season filled with challenges, her victory at the famed Holmenkollen was both unexpected and immensely rewarding for the talented athlete.

Nordic Combined - Hirner Finishes Fifth in Oslo ++ Denifl No Longer ÖSV Coach

March 16, 2025 / Krone

In the latest Nordic combined event, Lisa Hirner finished fifth in Oslo, missing out on a podium placement after a fall in the final stretch. This was a disappointing conclusion to the season for her, while coach Wilhelm Denifl announced his surprising departure from his role as the head coach of the women's team.

After World Cup Triumph: Armbruster Finishes Fourth at Finale

March 16, 2025 / Sport1

Nathalie Armbruster, the newly crowned World Cup overall winner, narrowly missed the podium in Oslo, finishing fourth in the final season race. Despite winning the Kristallkugel the day before, Armbruster could not secure a top-three finish as the Norwegian team dominated the event.

J.-M. Riiber unexpectedly retires immediately!

March 16, 2025 / Krone.at

J.-M. Riiber has announced his immediate retirement from competitive skiing, surprising fans and fellow competitors alike. After a recent competition, he stated that he is ready to close this chapter of his life, despite being a highly successful athlete in the Nordic Combined arena.