Canada’s Abigail Strate earns second World Cup ski jumping medal of the weekend
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SAPPORO – Canadian ski jumper Abigail Strate won her second World Cup medal of the weekend on Sunday with a silver.
Due to snow and challenging windy weather conditions, the large hill competition was reduced to a single round with no qualification. Strate jumped 128.5 metres, earning 129.2 points.
Slovakia’s Nika Prevc (134.5) and Norway’s Heidi Dyhre Traaserud (124.6), placed in first and third.
“It was definitely an interesting competition,” said Strate. “It was dumping snow and the wind really picked up toward the end. I had a strong jump, even though I was a bit frustrated with the landing.
“Everyone was struggling with the conditions, but technically my jump was solid. I stayed calm and focused, which made the difference.”
Strate also took silver in the large hill on Saturday, behind Prevc. The 24-year-old Strate has now medalled in three straight World Cup events, including a bronze on Wednesday in the normal hill event.
“I really went for it and gave everything I had,” Strate added. “To finish the Japan block with three podiums is incredibly satisfying.
“This has been the best experience I’ve had in Japan, and I feel like I’m in a perfect place heading into the final training and recovery period before the Games. The energy with the coaches is really good, and I’m excited for what’s ahead.”
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Jan. 25, 2026.