Key Players in the Competition
The current leader of the Nordic Ski Jumping World Cup, Pius Paschke, will face stiff competition from the Austrian team in the upcoming 73rd edition of the prestigious Four Trampolines tournament. Paschke has had a remarkable season, with victories in Lillehammer, Ruka, Wisla, and Neustadt-Titisee, placing him at the forefront of the regularity competition.
Austrian Challengers
The Austrian team, led by Daniel Tschofenig and Jan Hörl, will be looking to dethrone Paschke and claim the top spot. Tschofenig and Hörl have both had successful seasons, with victories in Engelberg and Wisla, respectively. Another Austrian, Stefan Kraft, a double World Cup winner, will also be a strong contender.
German Hopes
If Paschke falters under the pressure, Germany can rely on Andreas Wellinger, who is currently sixth in the World Cup standings. Wellinger has had a successful season, with a victory in Ruka, and will be looking to make a strong showing in the Four Trampolines tournament.
Tournament Schedule
The Four Trampolines tournament will take place over four days, with the following schedule:
* December 28: Oberstdorf (Germany)
* January 1: Garmisch-Partenkirchen (Germany)
* January 4: Innsbruck (Austria)
* January 6: Bischofshofen (Austria)
Historical Significance
The Four Trampolines tournament has a rich history, with Austria and Finland tied for the most victories with 16 each. The record for most victories in the tournament is held by Finnish jumper Janne Ahonen, who has won five times. The Japanese jumper Ryoyu Kobayashi is the only jumper to have won the tournament with a perfect record, achieving this feat in the 2018-19 season.