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Ski flying canceled! Wind spoils the fun

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22.03.2026 05:55
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The second men’s ski flying competition in Vikersund on Sunday has been canceled. Strong and shifting wind conditions threw a wrench in the plans of the jumpers and organizers. After the start time had been postponed several times, the cancellation followed. The qualification round had also been called off earlier due to unstable wind conditions. Two more ski flying competitions are scheduled for next week in Planica, Slovenia.

“It was becoming clear. Given the conditions, it doesn’t make sense,” said Maximilian Ortner. Stephan Embacher, who secured his first World Cup victory the day before, also felt the conditions weren’t right for a competition. Yet the Tyrolean, who had been struggling on Saturday, felt he was in better physical shape. “Today would have been better. The important thing is that I feel good for Planica,” Embacher told ORF.

Embacher Chased by Prevc in Planica
In Slovenia, the 20-year-old, as the leader of the Ski Flying World Cup, holds a 15-point lead over local hero Domen Prevc. “He’s still the best. But I’ll take up the challenge and give it my all,” said Embacher. Head coach Andreas Widhölzl noted that the same team that went to Vikersund will also head to Planica.

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