Stoch Secures First Win of the Season in Lahti
Kamil Stoch claimed victory in the individual competition in Lahti on Friday, March 6, 2026, marking his first win of the season. The event also held significance as it was the 1000th Ski Jumping World Cup held in Lahti, according to FIS.
The Polish team faced some challenges leading up to the competition, with reports of a refusal from Tomasiak and a strict stance from Pertile regarding Polish athletes, as detailed in Sport Interia. There were questions regarding the participation of Tomasiak and Kota, as confirmed by Skijumping.
Stoch’s performance was particularly noteworthy, having waited 1070 days for a win. Przegląd Sportowy reports that he earned a significant amount in Finland as a result.
However, the day wasn’t without its disappointments for the Polish team. Dawid Kubacki experienced a difficult competition, even as Stoch emerged as the top Polish performer, as reported by SportoweFakty. This result will undoubtedly impact the team’s overall standings as the season progresses.
The Lahti event, celebrating its 1000th World Cup, provided a memorable stage for Stoch’s return to form, setting the scene for continued competition in the ski jumping season.
