Ski Jumping
After the Scandal – Norway Admits Cheating
March 09, 2025 / SVT Sport
Norway has admitted to cheating in ski jumping regarding the World Championships. Following a scandal where their suits were altered for an unfair advantage, the sport's officials confirmed disqualification from the championships. Norway's sports chief expressed regret over misleading claims made initially about jealousy from other nations.
Legendary jumper speaks out about the scandal at the World Championships. Warns of a great threat
March 09, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy
Legendary ski jumper Sven Hannawald commented on the recent scandal involving manipulated suits during the World Championships, calling it a 'circus' and a 'tragedy'. He emphasized that this scandal could have significant implications for the upcoming Winter Olympics, raising concerns about fairness and trust in the sport.
Ski-VM: Head of Jumping Admits Cheating: "We Tried to Deceive the System"
March 09, 2025 / NRK
The head of the Norwegian ski jumping team, Jan-Erik Aalbu, has admitted to deliberately attempting to cheat by altering athletes' jumpsuits. This has raised significant concerns and sparked an independent investigation by FIS into the matter, with potential consequences for the team and its leadership.
Ski Jumping: After the Suit Scandal – FIS Launches Investigation
March 09, 2025 / SVT Sport
Following a scandal involving two Norwegian ski jumpers disqualified for manipulating their suits during the World Championships, the International Ski Federation (FIS) has initiated an investigation. The Norwegian skiing team has denied all allegations of cheating, and the situation has led to significant press coverage and questions about the integrity of the competition.
World Federation Reacts - Suit Scandal at the World Championships Has Consequences
March 09, 2025 / Krone
The ski jumping events of the Nordic Ski World Championships have ended, but the controversy over the suits worn by Norwegian athletes continues. The world federation, FIS, is setting up a commission to investigate the scandal following disqualifications of top competitors due to suit regulations, igniting debate and allegations of cheating in the sports community.
Commentary by Jan Petter Saltvedt on Norwegian disqualification at Ski World Championships
March 08, 2025 / NRK
The article discusses the controversy surrounding Norway's ski jumping team and accusations of equipment manipulation during the Ski World Championships 2025. Jan Petter Saltvedt reflects on the implications of these allegations for Norway's reputation in ski jumping and the sport as a whole.
Norwegians Disqualified from Ski Jumping World Championships for Altering Suits
March 08, 2025 / L'Équipe
Marius Lindvik and other Norwegian ski jumpers were disqualified from the World Championships due to allegations of manipulating their suits for performance enhancements. The disqualification arose after a video surfaced showing a coach allegedly tampering with the suits, resulting in significant procedural disputes during the event.
Norway Accused of Manipulation After Disqualification: – Not Cheating
March 08, 2025 / NRK
Norway faces accusations of manipulation after Marius Lindvik and Johann André Forfang were disqualified from the Ski World Championships due to an alleged breach involving their jump suits. The country's ski team officials have publicly stated it was a case of rule violation rather than intentional deception, sparking controversy in the sport.
Scandal Surrounds Norway - Will Suit Cheating Lead to Medal Shocks?
March 08, 2025 / Krone
A major scandal has erupted during the Nordic Ski Championships in Trondheim, where Norwegian ski jumpers Marius Lindvik and Johann Andre Forfang were disqualified due to suit manipulation. This controversy could lead to the loss of more medals for Norway, raising questions about regulations and integrity in the sport.
WM-Großschanze - Norwegian Disqualified! Silver for Jan Hörl
March 08, 2025 / Krone
Jan Hörl won silver in the ski jumping event at the World Championships in Trondheim after the disqualification of Norwegian jumper Marius Lindvik. The gold medal went to Slovenia's Domen Prevc, while Japan's Ryoyu Kobayashi took bronze. Hörl was pleased with his fourth medal of the championships, bringing Austria's total to eight, though they still seek their first gold.