Joséphine Pagnier Achieves 8th Place at Zao World Cup

Joséphine Pagnier Achieves 8th Place at Zao World Cup

Originally published in L'Équipe on January 19, 2024

French ski jumper Joséphine Pagnier impressively finished 8th at the World Cup event in Zao, Japan, on Friday. This achievement marks Pagnier's eighth top-10 finish of the season, showcasing her remarkable consistency.

Nika Prevc, a jumper from Slovenia, secured the top spot with a total of 235.2 points, further solidifying her lead in the overall World Cup rankings. Following closely was Yuki Ito from Japan, who claimed second place with 223.1 points.

The stunning Zao venue is set to host two more exciting events this weekend, including the season's first team competition on Saturday, followed by another individual round on Sunday.