Kamil Stoch Asked About Thomas Thurnbichler’s Decision on the World Championships Squad – In Brief!

Kamil Stoch Asked About Thomas Thurnbichler’s Decision on the World Championships Squad – In Brief!

Originally published in Przegląd Sportowy Onet on February 16, 2025

The article features an interview with renowned Polish ski jumper Kamil Stoch. During the competition in Sapporo, Stoch explained that while the high-adrenaline environment and inevitable tension pushed him to take risks during his jumps, he felt that he did a good job overall. Although he ended up in 16th place – even reaching 12th at one point – he outperformed his Polish team leader, Paweł Wąsek, in that event.

When asked about his status regarding the upcoming World Championships, Stoch replied briefly, “I hope to find out,” referring to a decision by Thomas Thurnbichler. The conversation highlights the uncertainty surrounding his participation, as well as his determination to continue improving, evidenced by his recent performance in a short training session in Planica. Overall, the interview provides insight into the pressures of international ski jumping competitions and the hopes pinned on the final team selection.