Nordic Combined
Geiger on Oftebro's Win, Third Place: 'I'm Annoyed'
February 01, 2025 / Sport1
Olympic champion Vinzenz Geiger finished third at the Seefeld Triple in Nordic combined, losing out to Norway’s Jens Luraas Oftebro and Jarl Magnus Riiber. Despite the podium finish, Geiger expressed frustration over his premature attempt, as he believes he had the potential to win and remains a contender for the overall triple victory.
Nordic Combined: Vinzenz Geiger Places Third in Sprint Show, Beaten by Riiber
February 01, 2025 / sportschau.de
In Seefeld, Vinzenz Geiger delivered a strong performance in the second race of the Nordic Combined Triple, finishing third after a thrilling cross-country sprint. Despite a promising start with a good jump, he lost ground due to a tactical error, while Norwegian favorite Jarl Magnus Riiber surged ahead, and announced his planned retirement due to Morbus Crohn following the season.
Nordic Combined: Nathalie Armbruster Makes History
February 01, 2025 / sportschau.de
In a historic moment for German Nordic combined, 19-year-old Nathalie Armbruster secured her first World Cup victory at the Seefeld Triple by capitalizing on a disqualification in the cross-country segment. Despite a strong jump where she reached 103 meters, her main rival, Norwegian Ida Marie Hagen, was disqualified after failing the equipment inspection, paving the way for Armbruster’s emotional triumph.
19-Year-Old Makes German Winter Sport History
February 01, 2025 / Sport1
German Nordic combined athlete Nathalie Armbruster became the first German female to win a World Cup event in Nordic combined at the age of 19. She clinched victory in the second stage of the Seefeld Triple, outclassing top competitors and benefiting from a disqualification, and now looks forward to the upcoming World Championships in Trondheim.
Nordic Combined – Oftebro Wins in Seefeld, Lamparter Fourth
February 01, 2025 / Krone.at
Norwegian skier Jens Luraas Oftebro clinched victory on the second day of the Nordic Triples event in Seefeld, marking a second win for Norway. His compatriot and previous day’s champion Jarl Magnus Riiber was edged out, while Johannes Lamparter, who had been runner-up on Friday, finished fourth. The Austrian team also showed strong form, and the injured Lukas Greiderer has now shifted his focus to upcoming contests in Otepää, Estonia.
Nordic Combined – Lamparter: 'Only the King Was Unbeatable'
January 31, 2025 / krone.at
In Seefeld’s Nordic Combined Triple event, Norwegian Jarl Magnus Riiber secured his 77th World Cup victory, finishing well ahead of his rivals. Austrian Johannes Lamparter, who finished second behind Riiber, expressed his satisfaction by stating that 'only the king was unbeatable', while in the women’s race, Ida‐Marie Hagen took the win with Claudia Purker achieving her best World Cup result.
Riiber Wins After Retirement Announcement – Schmid Finishes Fifth
January 31, 2025 / Sport1
Norwegian Nordic combined star Jarl Magnus Riiber secured his 77th World Cup victory at the beginning of the three-day Seefeld Triple, just two days after announcing his retirement due to Morbus Crohn. The article outlines his dominating performance in both the cross-country and ski jumping segments, highlights comparisons with legendary Eric Frenzel, and also covers notable results from other top competitors including German Julian Schmid and rising female athletes.
Noko – Dominant Victory in Seefeld: Riiber Triumphs After Crohn’s Shock
January 31, 2025 / sportschau.de
Two days after announcing his impending retirement due to Crohn’s disease, Nordic combined superstar Jarl Magnus Riiber underlined his exceptional status by winning the mass start event in Seefeld – his 77th World Cup victory. Despite challenging wind conditions in the jumping phase and strong performances by his rivals, including local hero Johannes Lamparter and the German team, Riiber’s performance confirmed his dominance in the sport even as he prepares to end his career.
Nordic Combined: Jarl Magnus Riiber Wins First Race After Shocking Retirement Announcement
January 31, 2025 / NRK Sport
Norwegian Nordic combined star Jarl Magnus Riiber secured his 77th World Cup victory in Seefeld – his first win following his announcement to retire after the season due to his battle with Crohn’s disease. Riiber expressed both relief and emotion as he celebrated the win, while fellow competitor Ida Marie Hagen revealed her sadness at losing a valued friend and rival on the circuit.
Nordic Combined Athlete Armbruster Finishes Third in Seefeld
January 31, 2025 / Sport1
Nathalie Armbruster, the 19‐year‐old Nordic combined vice world champion, claimed a podium finish in her debut at the Seefeld Triple. Finishing behind Norwegian stars Ida Marie Hagen and Gyda Westvold Hansen, her performance underlines her medal ambitions for the upcoming World Championships in Trondheim and marks an important step toward gender equality in the sport.