FESA Games 2026 in Prémanon Celebrate Europe’s Next Generation of Nordic Athletes

Monday, March 9, 2026

The FESA Games brought together the best young Nordic athletes of the Youth 2 category from across the FESA nations for an exciting weekend of Ski Jumping and Nordic Combined. The event once again highlighted the strength of Europe’s emerging winter sports talent and provided a unique international competition platform for the next generation of athletes.

The FESA Games are one of the most important youth events in European Nordic skiing. Organized by the FESA, the Games offer young athletes the opportunity to compete internationally, gain valuable experience, and prepare for future careers at the highest level of ski jumping and Nordic combined.

Nordic Combined – Individual Competitions

In the men’s Nordic Combined competition, Luis Rauch (AUT) secured first place with a strong overall performance. Germany followed with Hugo Ackermann (GER) in second place and Mario Linner (GER) finishing third.

In the women’s competition, Pia Loh (GER) claimed victory. Her teammate Pia Schneider (GER) finished second, while Loa Jeantet (FRA) completed the podium in third place.

Nordic Combined – Team Sprint

The Team Sprint competitions delivered thrilling races and strong team performances.

Men’s Team Sprint:

  1. Germany I

  2. Germany III

  3. Austria I

Women’s Team Sprint:

  1. Germany I

  2. France I

  3. Germany II

Ski Jumping – Individual Competitions

In the men’s Ski Jumping event, Elias Holzer (GER) took first place ahead of David Gruber (AUT) in second and Jaka Perne (SLO) in third.

The women’s Ski Jumping competition saw Ziva Andric (SLO) take victory. Lou Alaphilippe (FRA) finished second, while Nina Kontrec (SLO) secured third place.

Ski Jumping – Team Competitions

The team events showcased the depth of talent within the participating nations.

Men’s Team Ski Jumping:

  1. Slovenia I

  2. Austria I

  3. Germany I

Women’s Team Ski Jumping:

  1. Slovenia I

  2. Germany II

  3. Germany I

A Successful International Youth Event

The FESA Games in Prémanon once again demonstrated the importance of this competition for developing young Nordic athletes. With strong participation, exciting performances, and an excellent sporting atmosphere, the event provided an ideal platform for Europe’s future stars in Ski Jumping and Nordic Combined.

Results Nordic Combined

Results Ski Jumping

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