Ski jumping - "Nonplusultra": Innauer eagerly awaits ski jumping duel
Former world-class ski jumper Toni Innauer is looking forward to the 72nd Four Hills Tournament and the potential duel between Germany and Austria. "The omens are already very unusual and very exciting. Austria is looking forward to this Four Hills Tournament with great hope - it is simply the ultimate, the winter sports event that has been around the longest," said Innauer in an interview with "Heilbronner Stimme" and "Allgäuer Zeitung" (Wednesday).
In Stefan Kraft from Austria and the three German representatives Andreas Wellinger, Karl Geiger and Pius Paschke, four favorites come from the two host countries this winter. "People like it when the national heroes are in good form - even in Germany. Everyone knows: If we tune in now, we'll see a nice program at the turn of the year," said the 65-year-old Innauer.
Innauer sees the experience of Stefan Horngacher, an Austrian who trains the athletes of the German Ski Association (DSV), as an advantage. "He knows how to pull something like this off," said the ZDF TV expert, referring to Horngacher's triumphs with the Polish team.
Although the 1980 Olympic champion is Austrian, he can still live with winners from both camps. "I was in close contact with the German jumpers, especially Andreas Wellinger. I really like Karl Geiger anyway. I would be delighted if one of them were to win. But also if it's Stefan Kraft who wins the tour," said Innauer.
Information on the Four Hills Tournament Results Four Hills Tournament The overall World Cup standings News on ski jumping from the German Ski Association
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- Toni Innauer expresses his delight in the upcoming Four Hills Tournament, particularly the potential duel between Austria and Germany, as four notable ski jumpers hail from these nations.
- Stefan Kraft, representing Austria, joins Andreas Wellinger, Karl Geiger, and Pius Paschke from Germany as the favored contenders in the Four Hills Tournament this winter.
- Innauer sees Stefan Horngacher's experience, an Austrian who trains the German Ski Association (DSV) athletes, as an advantage, as Horngacher has successfully coached national teams in the past.
- As an Olympian from Austria, Innauer remains optimistic for victories from both German and Austrian jumpers, naming Karl Geiger and Stefan Kraft as promising candidates for the title.
- This year's Four Hills Tournament in Austria is anticipated to provide exciting performances and national pride, as the event is the longest-running winter sports event in history.
- To keep up-to-date with the latest results, standings, and ski jumping news, fans can visit websites dedicated to the Four Hills Tournament and follow the German Ski Association's updates.
Source: www.stern.de
