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Is ski jumping undergoing any major rule changes in upcoming Olympics or international sports events?

Vessie Pentin

Hey there! As a ski jumping enthusiast and follower of the sport, I have some insight on your question regarding any major rule changes in upcoming Olympics or international sports events.

As of now, there haven't been any official announcements regarding major rule changes in ski jumping. However, there have been some suggested changes and discussions within the International Ski Federation (FIS) about potentially altering the format of the team competition.

Currently, the team competition consists of four athletes per team and their scores are combined to determine the winner. However, some have proposed changing the format to a mixed-gender team event, where two men and two women compete together as a team. This proposal was tested in a Continental Cup event in Finland in 2019 and received positive feedback from athletes and officials.

Additionally, there has been some talk about adjusting the points system used in ski jumping competitions. Currently, the FIS points system takes into account the distance and judges' scores, but it has come under scrutiny for not fully reflecting the skill and difficulty of the athlete's performance. Some have suggested implementing a new system that would award more points for more difficult and technical jumps.

Overall, it seems like the rules and regulations of ski jumping are constantly being evaluated and potentially adjusted to improve the sport and make it more exciting for spectators. I'm excited to see what changes may come in the future and how they will impact the sport.