Ski Jumping
Norwegian Athlete Sparks Controversy After World Championship Gold Was Denied
March 11, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy
Toni Innauer, an Olympic champion from Lake Placid, expressed outrage over the inspection results from the recent World Championship, stating that the Norwegian ski jumping team cheated. Andreas Wellinger and other athletes questioned the integrity of the Norwegian team's performances, stating that there appears to have been systematic cheating involved, prompting calls for significant consequences from FIS.
New information regarding Norwegian ski jumpers for Raw Air
March 11, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy
Steinar Bjerkmann, media coordinator of the Norwegian Ski Federation, confirmed that the Raw Air tournament will proceed as scheduled and that Norwegian ski jumpers will participate. This follows a scandal involving disqualifications, with uncertainty regarding the participation of affected athletes.
Lions, NYSEF team up for annual jumping event
March 11, 2025 / Adirondack Daily Enterprise
The annual ski jumping event organized by the Lions Club and the New York Ski Educational Foundation saw around 50 young athletes compete at the Olympic Jumping Complex in Lake Placid. Coaches and volunteers emphasized the importance of introducing children to the sport safely and encouraging their excitement about ski jumping.
Polish Judge on Penalties for Norwegians: No Holds Barred
March 11, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
A Polish judge, Tadeusz Szostak-Berda, discussed potential penalties for Norwegian ski jumpers following revelations of cheating during the world championships. He highlighted the seriousness of the situation and the need for stringent regulations to prevent further instances of equipment manipulation.
FIS is openly discussing a new solution to avoid repeat scandals
March 11, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy
The head of the material commission of the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS), Andreas Bauer, proposes using scanners to check ski suits to prevent cheating incidents like those during the World Championships in Trondheim. He advocates for the transition to modern electronic technology to ensure fairness in competitions.
Key Decision After Scandal at the Ski Jumping World Championships: This Will Hurt the Norwegians
March 11, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy
In the wake of the controversy surrounding the Norwegian ski jumpers' suit scandal, the Norwegian federation faces severe consequences, including a potential financial crisis. The situation has led to immediate reactions from sponsors and raises questions about their association with the sport.
Severe Illness - Game Over! Ski Jumping Star Forced to End Season
March 11, 2025 / krone.at
Sara Marita Kramer has had to end her ski jumping season due to a severe illness she contracted earlier this year. The former overall World Cup winner has been unable to return to full training, prompting her absence from upcoming competitions.
Adrian Livelten Apologizes After Ski Jumping Cheating Scandal: - Will Regret This for the Rest of His Life
March 10, 2025 / NRK
Adrian Livelten has issued a public apology following a cheating scandal involving ski jump suits. The controversy erupted after videos showed unauthorized modifications to the ski jump suits of the Norwegian team, leading to disqualifications and suspensions of key personnel. Livelten expressed deep regret for his actions and acknowledged the impact on his teammates and sponsors.
Austrians want to strip Norwegians of all medals after scandal
March 10, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
The Austrian Ski Association has reacted to the scandal involving Norwegian ski jumpers by demanding severe consequences for those at fault. Following manipulated suits, they are requesting the annulment of all Norwegian athlete results, asserting that the scandal indicates deeper systemic issues.
Norwegian Ski Jumping Coach Suspended for Equipment Manipulation
March 10, 2025 / L'Équipe
Magnus Brevig, the coach of the Norwegian ski jumping team, has been suspended after the team was disqualified for using non-compliant suits during the World Championships. The Norwegian Ski Federation acknowledged the manipulation of equipment as a serious violation of competition rules.