Adam Małysz speaks candidly about Polish ski jumpers: Suddenly, there are problems with everyone

In Bischofshofen, the fourth place of Paweł Wąsek in the qualifiers brought some joy, but Adam Małysz, president of the Polish Ski Association, is not naive about the ongoing issues. While in Austria, he had discussions with coach Thomas Thurnbichler and director Alessandro Stoeckl, all recognizing the difficulty in convincing the most decorated jumpers to embrace change.

Małysz stated, 'I may not be a coach, but I see certain things. For example, the difference between the best and our competitors.' He observed that despite Wąsek's recent performance, the older jumpers struggle to break their habits that need altering to survive in the evolving environment of ski jumping.

He insisted that recognizing and trusting new methods is vital for all, especially for veterans who have not yet adapted. The most promising athlete in his view is currently Wąsek, showing new understanding and improvements in his jumps.'

In the continued discussion, Małysz analyzes the crisis in Polish ski jumping, the future of Thurnbichler, and mentions cooperation challenges with Piotr Żyła. This insight is set against the backdrop of Wąsek's commendable achievements, leaving the door open for potential bounce-back in Polish jump results.

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