Here is the Secret Behind Gregor Deschwanden's Results. The Miracle Worker from the Netherlands Found a Loophole in the Rules

Here is the Secret Behind Gregor Deschwanden's Results. The Miracle Worker from the Netherlands Found a Loophole in the Rules

Originally published in Przegląd Sportowy Onet on February 26, 2025

Gregor Deschwanden has emerged as one of the season’s biggest revelations in ski jumping. The Swiss athlete, who will turn 34 on Thursday, has already stood on the World Cup podium on four occasions, sits sixth in the overall standings, and is considered a medal contender at the upcoming world championships.

His success, however, may not have been possible without the unorthodox collaboration with Robin van Baarle. Despite van Baarle’s own lack of expertise in ski jumping, his background in other sports and his different perspective led to a breakthrough: a competitive design for ski jumping suits. This loophole in the regulations has finally made Swiss ski jumpers more competitive on the international stage.

Journalists from the Blick.ch portal have noted that these innovative tweaks have turned the tide for the Swiss team, potentially influencing upcoming competitions in a significant way.