Women's World Cup Ski Jumping in Lake Placid Cancelled Due to Strong Winds

Originally published in krone.at on February 07, 2025

The Women’s World Cup ski jumping competition in Lake Placid was abruptly cancelled on Friday because of unfavorable weather conditions, including severe wind gusts that forced the organizers to take multiple long breaks. After 14 out of 40 participants were affected by the rough conditions, the jury decided to cancel the event and postpone it to Saturday at 0:15 MEZ.

This decision highlights the challenges that athletes face in international competitions when nature intervenes. Meanwhile, additional events for both women and men are scheduled to take place during the weekend in New York State, ensuring that the World Cup series continues despite the setback.

The article underscores the unpredictability of weather in outdoor winter sports and its impact on high-level ski jumping competitions.