Norway secured bronze in the inaugural men's super team ski jumping event at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, marking a historic moment for the sport.
The Norwegian squad, featuring Kristoffer Sundal and Johan Forfang, claimed third place in the newly introduced super team format, which made its Olympic debut at these Games. The bronze medal represents the second Olympic medal for both Sundal and Forfang, adding to their growing legacies in the sport.
The super team event is a fresh addition to the Olympic ski jumping program, designed to showcase team dynamics and strategic jumping in a new competitive format. Norway's performance in this inaugural competition demonstrates the nation's continued strength in ski jumping, a discipline where they have historically been among the world's elite.
Historic Medal for Norwegian Duo
For Sundal and Forfang, the bronze medal caps a successful Olympic campaign and reinforces their status as reliable performers on the biggest stage. Both athletes have been integral parts of Norway's ski jumping program, and their ability to deliver under Olympic pressure has once again proven decisive.
The medal also continues Norway's impressive track record at the Milano Cortina 2026 Games, where the Scandinavian nation has been a consistent presence on the podium across multiple winter sports disciplines.
New Format Makes Olympic Debut
The men's super team event represents the International Ski Federation's efforts to innovate and expand the Olympic ski jumping program. The format's introduction at Milano Cortina 2026 has added a new dimension to team competition, requiring athletes to combine individual excellence with coordinated team strategy.
Norway's bronze medal performance sets a benchmark for future editions of this event, as the super team format is expected to remain part of the Olympic program in years to come. The Norwegian team's achievement will be remembered as part of the event's inaugural history.
