FIS | Hagen aims to extend winning run as Lamparter eyes Ramsau lift

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Ida Marie Hagen will be bidding for a seventh straight World Cup victory in Ramsau, Norway. A year after winning her first World Cup event in Ramsau, Hagen is back to maintain her dominance in the sport. She won her first World Cup victory in December 2023, kicking off a series of successes including eight wins in the last 11 events last season.

After two wins in Lillehammer recently, Hagen seeks to extend her winning streak to six. Her main competitor, Gyda Westvold Hansen, will aim to pose a challenge in a venue where she has previously secured multiple victories.

On the men's side, Johannes Lamparter aims to solidify his return to form after overcoming a knee issue, marking a significant goal as they continue the competition in this historic venue known for producing various podium finishes from different nations.

FACTS AND FIGURES * Ida Marie Hagen won her first World Cup in Ramsau last December. * She has an impressive record with 11 wins in her last 14 World Cup competitions. * Hansen has been a strong competitor in Ramsau, previously securing multiple championships there. * The men's competition features defending champion Jarl Magnus Riiber, currently leading the overall standings. * Lamparter seeks to reclaim his form, highlighted by his recent podium finishes.

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