Former ski jumping legend Adam Malysz at the Dakar
Adam Malysz in Wisla, Poland on August 23, 2017

Adam
Malysz

Poland

Poland

One of the most successful ski jumpers in the history of the sport, Poland’s Adam Malysz is also a three-time finisher at the world-famous Dakar Rally.

Date of birth

3 December 1977

Age

46

Nationality

Poland

Poland

Disciplines

Ski Jumping/Flying / Rally Raid

Born in Wisla, Poland, Adam Malysz began his professional ski jumping career in 1995 and enjoyed moderate success during his first two seasons competing on the World Cup circuit. However, everything would change during the 2000-01 season when he won the famed Four Hills Tournament.

Following this victory, Adam went on to dominate the season as he reeled off five consecutive World Cup wins. He would also claim the gold medal in the normal hill event and silver in the large hill at the 2001 World Championships.