Overview
- An anonymous video exposed Norway's ski jumping team tampering with competition suits, leading to disqualifications for Marius Lindvik and Johann André Forfang at the World Championships in Trondheim.
- The illegal modifications involved inserting stabilizing bands into the suits, a practice that has been condemned by rival nations and the sport's governing body, FIS.
- Norwegian officials admitted to the tampering but claimed it was limited to one event and two athletes, while the disqualified jumpers deny any knowledge of the scheme.
- The scandal has prompted demands for stricter regulations and a full investigation, with some nations calling for the annulment of Norway's results across all events at the championships.
- The controversy has raised concerns about the integrity of the sport, with critics questioning the effectiveness of new control measures like suit-monitoring chips.