Daniel Tschofenig and Markus Eisenbichler Define Ski Jumping Season with Triumphs and Farewell
Tschofenig secures historic Four Hills and World Cup titles for Austria, while Eisenbichler retires with a team podium finish in Planica.
- Daniel Tschofenig, at 23, achieved a rare 'double' victory by winning both the Four Hills Tournament and the overall World Cup title this season.
- The Austrian team, led by Tschofenig, won the team event in Planica, underscoring Austria's dominance in ski jumping this season.
- Markus Eisenbichler concluded his 14-year career with an emotional second-place finish in the team event, celebrated by fans and teammates.
- Germany's team secured its first podium in a team event in four years, reflecting both progress and ongoing concerns about talent development.
- Eisenbichler expressed gratitude for his career and hinted at a future role in ski jumping, though he plans to take a break first.