Dawid Kubacki Faces a Tough Setback as Michael Hayboeck Shatters Ski Jumping Record

Dawid Kubacki was considered a strong contender against Michael Hayboeck in the first round of the New Year's competition of the Four Hills Tournament at Garmisch-Partenkirchen. However, what transpired at the venue exceeded even the loftiest expectations—possibly even those of Hayboeck himself. The Austrian soared to a distance of 145 meters, breaking the hill record that was established four years prior by a Polish jumper. A view of this leap is a must-see!

Kubacki undeniably faced a disastrous outcome in the first series of the competition, which unfolded poorly for the Polish ski jumpers. The most disappointing performances came from Piotr Żyła and Paweł Wąsek, with Aleksander Zniszczoł being disqualified for violating uniform regulations. Ultimately, all hopes of advancing relied on Dawid Kubacki, who was forced to swallow a bitter pill—and not just one.

The record-breaking jump from Hayboeck propelled him into the lead after a phenomenal leap (currently standing second after the first round), while Kubacki, with a jump of just 121.5 meters, quickly lost his chance to advance to the final round. [View Michael Hayboeck's record-breaking jump in Garmisch-Partenkirchen here].

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Source: Przegląd Sportowy Onet