Klemens Murańka Retires at 30: Plans for Life After Ski Jumping

Klemens Murańka Retires at 30: Plans for Life After Ski Jumping

Originally published in Przegląd Sportowy Onet on October 21, 2024

Klemens Murańka has decided to retire from ski jumping at the young age of 30. Reflecting on his career, he expressed, "In a moment, I realized that I had enough and no longer wanted to deal with ski jumping. I prefer to live a normal life. When I was a jumper, I had to keep a strict discipline, but now I feel great comfort without that pressure."

Murańka made his mark in the sport at a young age, debuting in the World Cup when he was just 13 years old. His greatest achievement came in 2015 when he won a bronze medal in the team competition at the World Championships. Despite the early promise, his career did not reach the heights many had expected.

Moving forward, Murańka has set up a guesthouse with his wife and is focusing on family life, helping raise their children. He may also pursue a coaching career in the future, stating, "I have a lot of knowledge about the sport, and I would like to return to it someday after I take a break."

This decision highlights his journey, leaving behind the rigorous demands of ski jumping while preparing for a more relaxed and fulfilling life ahead.