German Ski Jumping Team Misses Podium at Season Start - Germany’s ski jumping team starts season with fourth-place finish in Lillehammer
Germany’s ski jumping team opened their season in Lillehammer with a fourth-place finish in the mixed-team event. The competition saw Japan take gold, Slovenia secure silver, and Austria claim bronze. Meanwhile, Norway’s Marius Lindvik returned to action after a ski suit controversy earlier this year.
The German squad struggled to reach the podium despite strong individual performances. Felix Hoffmann and Philipp Raimund delivered the team’s longest jumps, clearing up to 136 metres. However, Olympic champion Andreas Wellinger and Karl Geiger, Germany’s most decorated men’s jumpers, faced difficulties during training on the Norwegian hill.
Germany’s mixed-team result leaves them without a medal in the season opener. The focus now shifts to Saturday’s individual competitions, where broadcasters will cover the action live. Lindvik’s return adds further intrigue after his recent controversy.
