Scandal at the Nordic Ski World Cup: FIs under pressure because of suit controls!

The suit scandal in ski jumping continues to beat waves. The FIS has initiated a comprehensive examination to check the irregularities that occurred during the Nordic Ski World Cup. At the center of the controversy is Christian Kathol, who is not exactly undisputed in his role as the top material controller of the FIS. Adam Malysz, President of the Polish Ski Association, expressed sharp criticism of the occupation of the investigation commission, in which there are also people who are said to have been involved in the controversial incidents, such as laola1.at reported

Malysz emphasizes that the Commission should be independent. He raises severe allegations against Catholic, who in his opinion failed to adequately control the suits of the Norwegian athletes. "We have reported irregularities for a long time, but the controls were simply inaccurate," criticized Malysz. In addition, Kathol states that he lacks the necessary time and the staff in order to carry out in -depth exams, which considers Malysz insufficient to adequately illuminate the fraud. Suits that were unnaturally stretched on the boots, which indicates manipulation, were particularly striking.

disqualifications at the WM

The excitement around Catholic is reinforced by the disqualifications of four athletes to the opening round of the World Cup. His strict handling of material regulations ensured that prominent jumpers such as Halvor Egner Granerud were disqualified. Kathol explains that the suits of the athletes who did not meet the requirements can influence air resistance and lead to an unfair advantage. However, his approach is clear: "We are talking about millimeters". Despite the emotional reactions that such a step brings with it, he remains in his assessment that such controls are essential and sees himself in his role in FIS, not the Austrian ski association, as he is towards Kleinezeitung.at