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Granerud Apologizes After Outburst Over Innsbruck Mishaps, Rebounds in Bischofshofen Qualifying

He said elevator troubles and a misplaced gear bag hurt his jump, with Tournee officials conceding organizational problems.

Overview

  • After a 118‑meter effort in Innsbruck, Halvor Egner Granerud finished 31st and slipped to 34th overall in the Four Hills standings.
  • He was stuck for about 30 minutes in the tower elevator in full jumping gear because organizers misplaced his bag with regular shoes, which he said harmed his performance.
  • He harshly criticized the host in interviews and later apologized for saying he wished the organizers ill, calling the remark embarrassing while maintaining his criticism of the event’s management.
  • Tournee press officer Ingo Jensen acknowledged the issues at Innsbruck and issued an apology for the problems.
  • He then posted 135.5 meters for seventh in Bischofshofen qualifying and suggested he may skip Innsbruck in future if not contending for the overall win.