Drunk Ahonen Fell While Ski Jumping: Opened Up About It After Years

Drunk Janne Ahonen fell. He did the dumbest thing in his life - Przegląd Sportowy Onet

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Pijany Janne Ahonen upadł. Zrobił najgłupszą rzecz w życiu.

— 20 March 2025

Janne Ahonen, a prominent Finn ski jumper, discussed his notorious fall while under the influence of alcohol, which he performed during a prestigious competition. He describes the event as one of his worst memories, highlighting the pressures and lifestyle choices that athletes face in the elite ski jumping world. He expressed how his behavior and the culture surrounding drinking have changed over the years, making it less common among today’s athletes.

Ahonen details that the night before the event, he and his friends had a drinking session that spiraled out of control, leading to his embarrassing fall of 240 meters while attempting to set a world record.

He further reflected on how this incident impacted his career and the perception of ski jumpers, admitting that despite being a role model, he succumbed to the peer pressure of partying. His story serves as a reminder of the importance of responsibility in sports.

• "I wouldn't repeat such stupid actions again, and I'm grateful for the lessons I learned through my experiences," he concluded in his interview, addressing both the regrets and growth he has encountered since that infamous event.