Norwegian Ski Jumpers Suspended Over Gear Manipulation Scandal

World champion Marius Lindvik and teammate Johann André Forfang face suspensions after illegal suit modifications at the Trondheim World Championships.

The FIS suspended Norwegian ski jumpers Marius Lindvik and Johann André Forfang, along with three team officials, for their alleged involvement in modifying competition suits to gain an aerodynamic advantage.
Illegal modifications included the addition of stiffened bands and altered seams, which provided enhanced stability during jumps, violating FIS regulations.
The FIS has introduced stricter rules for the remainder of the season, limiting athletes to one pre-approved suit per competition to prevent further violations.
Norwegian officials admitted to the manipulations but claimed the athletes were unaware of the changes, a defense met with widespread skepticism from competitors and experts.
The controversy has reignited broader concerns about systemic manipulation in ski jumping, with former athletes admitting to similar practices and calling for more robust enforcement by the FIS.