Anze Lanisek Denied Victory Due to Norwegian Manipulation – New Allegations Rock the Ski Jumping World

Anze Lanisek was denied victory after Norwegian manipulation – new allegations shake the ski jumping world – NRK Sport

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Background on Recent Chaos in Ski Jumping

Lanisek's claims stem from an incident four years ago when he lost to Marius Lindvik in Zakopane. A former employee of the Norwegian support staff claims illegal tactics influenced the outcome. Fredrik Bjerkeengen shares that they applied wood glue to the ski suits to increase stiffness, potentially affecting their performance. This manipulation reportedly passed all inspections prior to competitions.

During the recent event in Vikersund, Lanisek expressed that he could not change the past but hoped for fairness in judgment regarding competitions. He noted that some accusations are concerning and affect opinions about the integrity of the sport.

The Fallout from the Scandal

The ski jumping community is now facing turbulent times, with veteran jumpers and coaches speaking out. Reports claim manipulations that went unnoticed previously, bring into question the ethical standards within the sport. The Norwegian Ski Federation has faced significant backlash, prompting an investigation by the International Ski Federation (FIS) that aims to clear the air and restore integrity. With various parties calling for accountability, the future of the sport remains uncertain, but the desire for a clean environment persists among athletes and officials alike.