Overview
- Hoffmann said he will most likely miss the Sapporo World Cup, speaking Monday at the German Olympic outfitting in Munich.
- He reported his knee issues are improving day by day but noted he picked up a slight cold during his recent break.
- The 28-year-old already sat out the Zakopane stop after finishing sixth overall at the Four Hills Tournament.
- Teammate Philipp Raimund said he feels definitely better after illness and expects to travel to Japan, hoping to compete this weekend.
- Hoffmann aims to be fully ready for next week’s Ski Flying World Championships in Oberstdorf after avoiding the long trip to Asia.