Nika Prevc Sets Women's Ski Flying World Record

Nika Prevc just made ski jumping history with a jaw-dropping 236-meter jump, setting a new world record for women’s ski flying. On March 14, 2025, in Vikersund, Norway, she defied the limits of gravity and soared through the air, leaving the previous record of 230.5 meters—held by Silje Opseth—far behind. Nika didn’t stop at just one amazing jump; she nailed it twice during a training session. She also celebrated this incredible achievement just a day before her 20th birthday. Talk about a birthday pre-party!

Nika’s Unstoppable Journey

At just 19 years old, Nika Prevc is already a ski jumping legend in the making. Born into a family with a strong ski jumping tradition—her brother Domen is also a professional skier—Nika started her career early, debuting at just 13 years old in the FIS Ski Jumping Alpen Cup. Since then, she’s collected titles, including two FIS Ski Jumping World Cup championships and two gold medals at the Nordic World Ski Championships. This season alone, Nika has dominated, winning seven of the 24 World Cup events. And with her recent world record, she’s solidified her status as a force to be reckoned with in the sport.

Vikersund: The Perfect Playground for Legends

Vikersundbakken, the legendary ski flying hill in Norway, has been home to countless ski flying milestones. It’s where the men’s world record was set by Stefan Kraft at 253.5 meters. Now, Nika has etched her name in history alongside him, as her 236-meter jump marks a significant achievement for women’s ski flying. The perfect conditions in Vikersund allowed her to push the boundaries of what was previously thought possible, making her jump not only a personal victory but a huge win for the sport.

A Milestone for Women’s Ski Jumping

Since its official debut in the 2022-23 season, women’s ski flying has rapidly gained traction, and Nika’s record-breaking jump shows just how far the sport has come. Slovenia, known for its ski jumping prowess, continues to be a powerhouse in the sport, with Nika now joining the ranks of fellow record-breakers like Ema Klinec and Peter Prevc. Her performance is a statement that women’s ski jumping is here to stay and will only continue to push boundaries.

What's Next for Nika?

With her stellar 236-meter jump, Nika Prevc has the world talking, and the future of women’s ski jumping has never looked brighter. As fans and athletes alike eagerly await what she will do next, it’s clear that Nika is just getting started. If her record-breaking jump is any indication, there’s no limit to what this Slovenian ski queen can achieve in the years to come.