Unresolved verdict in ski jumping controversy at Fish Ethics Commission
In the recent ski jumping world, the spotlight has been on the Norway national team following allegations of manipulating competition suits at the 2025 World Championships in Trondheim. The scandal, which has overshadowed the title fights, has resulted in formal charges against several team members, including Olympic gold medalists Marius Lindvik and Johann André Forfang.
However, there is no public indication that Andreas Wellinger, who finished second in the normal hill competition, is involved in this scandal. As of August 2025, no status update about him receiving or losing a retroactive world championship title exists.
The investigation has been ongoing for five months, with the Independent investigative body referring the case to the FIS ethics commission for a decision. Anonymous videos have emerged, showing members of the Norwegian team illegally altering their suits by adding an unauthorized seam to enhance stability in the air.
If Lindvik's results are nullified, two German teams could secure bronze medals. Karl Geiger could move up to bronze in the individual event, while the final verdict in the case leaves uncertainty about the world championship title in the normal hill competition.
The FIS has responded to the scandal by tightening rules on ski jumping suits and equipment for upcoming competitions, including the Winter Olympics in Italy. Proposed penalties for coaches include 18-month suspensions for head coach Magnus Brevig and two assistants. Athletes may face three-month suspensions.
Stefan Horngacher, ski jumping national coach, has expressed welcome for the current development and awaits a final decision. Both Lindvik and Forfang claim to have been unaware of the manipulations.
The investigation has been extensive, with the independent ethics office interviewing 38 witnesses and examining 88 pieces of evidence over five months. Three officials are also under investigation in connection with the manipulation scandal.
Andreas Wellinger, despite finishing second, has expressed regret about the situation. He stated that even if he were to receive the gold medal retroactively, he would not have the memories and emotions of the victory ceremony.
A decision on possible suspensions, fines, or disqualifications is pending for the Norwegian team members involved in the scandal. The focus remains on the outcome of the ethics hearings and the fate of the affected athletes.
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