Ski Jumping
Norwegian World Championship Disqualifications Investigation – FIS Secretary General Dismisses One Speculation
March 09, 2025 / Yle
An investigation has been launched into the disqualifications of Norwegian athletes during the World Championships in Trondheim, focusing on suspected manipulations of ski suits. FIS Secretary General Michel Vion stated that the issue does not involve the embedded chips, but rather the texture of the suits themselves, stressing that no one has been definitively accused yet.
FIS makes decision after scandal at World Championships; Norwegians must be worried
March 09, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy
The International Ski Federation (FIS) has taken decisive action following the disqualification scandal involving Norwegian skiers during the World Championships in Trondheim. A special commission is being established to investigate the allegations of equipment manipulation that led to their disqualification, which has raised concerns about the integrity of the competition.
Sven Hannawald on WM Scandal: "An Absolute Tragedy, an Absolute Farce!"
March 09, 2025 / SPORT1
Sven Hannawald expresses deep concern regarding the scandal impacting ski jumping at the World Championships in Trondheim, calling it an 'absolute tragedy.' He emphasizes the need for significant regulation changes in the sport.
ÖSV-Adler Leave the World Championships Without Gold but With Positive Reflections
March 09, 2025 / Krone
The Austrian ski jumpers left the World Championships with a mix of disappointment and satisfaction after winning no gold medals but securing multiple podium finishes. Coach Andreas Widhölzl expressed his relief to be moving on from a challenging competition and highlighted the stability shown by his athletes despite some setbacks.
Russians React to Scandal at the World Championships: "The Drama of a Young Athlete"
March 09, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy
Russians have deemed the situation a tragedy for a young athlete following a scandal at the World Championships. They reflect on the impact of video footage that revealed manipulation of ski jumpers' suits after judges' inspections, leading to disqualifications and significant consequences for Norwegian athletes.
Skispringing Scandal: Wellinger Raises Critical Question!
March 09, 2025 / SPORT1
The manipulation scandal at the World Championships has cast a shadow over ski jumping, according to silver medalist Andreas Wellinger. He expressed serious concerns about the implications for the sport and questioned the integrity of recent competitions.
Scandal at the Ski Jumping World Championships: Norwegians Admit to Cheating
March 09, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy
Norwegian ski jump officials have admitted to attempting to cheat by manipulating equipment rules. During a press conference, Jan-Erik Aalbu expressed remorse for disappointing fans and revealed that the manipulation was done knowingly by support staff. This scandal leads to serious consequences for the athletes involved, including disqualifications.
FIS Launches Investigation: Three Names Revealed in a Major Scandal
March 09, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy
The FIS has officially announced an investigation into disqualifications of three Norwegian athletes during the World Ski Championships in Trondheim. The scandal highlights issues with illegal equipment manipulation and could affect medal standings significantly.
Complete turnaround from disqualified Norwegians. Here's how they defend themselves after the jumping scandal
March 09, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy
Disqualified Norwegian ski jumpers Marius Lindvik and Johann Andre Forfang have issued a statement apologizing for not speaking to the media earlier about their scandal. Initially, they dismissed accusations of manipulating equipment but have since changed their defense strategy, blaming their support staff instead.
Germany Calls for Independent Investigation into Norwegian Dress Scandal at Ski World Championships
March 09, 2025 / NRK
Following disqualifications of Norwegian athletes at the Ski World Championships, Germany is demanding an independent investigation into accusations of illegal manipulation of equipment. The scandal could overshadow Norway's success at the event, prompting calls for accountability and transparency in the sport.