Andreas Goldberger

Andreas Goldberger (born 29 November 1972 in Ried im Innkreis, Austria) is a former ski jumper.

He was one of the best in his sport during the 1990s. His favorite type of hill to jump from is known as the 'ski-flying' hill, where jumpers have travelled distances in the range of 240 metres.

In 1994 Planica Ski-Flying World Championships training series, he jumped 202m and became a first man ever to jump over 200 metres, but unfortunately touched the snow and jump was not officially recognized as that and as a world record. In 2000 Planica World Cup team event he jumped 225 m and set the world record.

Read more about Andreas Goldberger:  Competitive Highlights, Controversy, End of Career