Four Hills Tournament: Jan Joerl Dominates Qualifications in Innsbruck, Frenchman Valentin Foubert 30th

Four Hills Tournament: Jan Joerl Dominates Qualifications in Innsbruck, Frenchman Valentin Foubert 30th

Originally published in L'Équipe on January 03, 2025

Four Hills Tournament: Jan Joerl Dominates Qualifications in Innsbruck

Jan Joerl emerged victorious in the qualification round of the Four Hills Tournament in Innsbruck, showcasing his skill with an impressive jump of 135 meters. With a score of 139.7 points, he significantly outperformed his competitors, including Norwegian jumper Johann André Forfang with 134.8 points and Swiss athlete Gregor Deschwanden at 134.2 points.

French jumper Valentin Foubert managed to secure a spot in the finals by finishing in 30th place after a jump that measured 118 meters, earning him 111.5 points. The finals will take place tomorrow, January 4, starting at 13:30 local time.

This event marks a continuation of the prestigious Four Hills Tournament, where athletes from around the world compete in ski jumping events across various locations. Joerl's performance has positioned him as a strong contender for the remainder of the tournament as he continues to showcase his jumping prowess in this competitive field.