Laurent Muhlethaler achieves his first podium in Nordic Combined World Cup

Laurent Muhlethaler achieved his first podium finish in the Nordic Combined World Cup. On Sunday, during the event in Schonach, Germany, he successfully executed a jump of 101.5 meters, placing him in a strong position before the 10-kilometer cross-country pursuit. Finishing 5th prior to the skiing segment, he started just 47 seconds behind the leader but managed to rise to third place after a closely contested sprint against German competitor Julian Schmid. Muhlethaler celebrated his podium moment, finishing 12.9 seconds behind the event winner, Johannes Lamparter. This remarkable milestone marks a significant achievement for the 25-year-old from Jura, France. His determination and skill were evident as he outlasted key competitors during the race, culminating in a valuable experience in World Cup competition. A bright future looms ahead for the young athlete in the combined Nordic realm.