The Prevc Dynasty: Domen Prevc Secures Golden Eagle in Historic Four Hills Finale
In a display of technical mastery and psychological grit, Slovenia’s Domen Prevc was officially crowned the champion of the 74th Four Hills Tournament (Vierschanzentournee) following the final jumps in Bischofshofen. As the floodlights dimmed over the Paul-Außerleitner-Schanze late on the Epiphany holiday, Prevc hoisted the coveted Golden Eagle trophy, etching his name into the annals of winter sports history with a total score of 1,195.6 points.
The victory marks more than just a personal milestone for the 26-year-old Slovenian. By securing the title, Domen emulates the 2016 triumph of his older brother, Peter Prevc. This achievement makes them the first pair of brothers in the seven-decade history of the tournament to both claim the overall title—a feat that solidifies the “Prevc Dynasty” as one of the most formidable forces in ski jumping.
Consistency Under Pressure
Prevc’s path to the 2026 title was defined by remarkable consistency. While the individual day victory in Bischofshofen went to Austria’s Daniel Tschofenig, Prevc’s commanding performances in Oberstdorf and Garmisch-Partenkirchen provided the mathematical cushion needed to withstand the pressure of the Austrian “red-white-red” assault in the final two stages. According to official data from FIS Ski Jumping, Prevc maintained a lead of over 40 points entering the final round, eventually finishing comfortably ahead of local favorites Jan Hörl and Stephan Embacher.
“To win this tournament is a dream, but to do it ten years after Peter is something I cannot yet describe,” Prevc told reporters in the outrun. “In Slovenia, we have a great tradition of jumping, but the Golden Eagle is the ultimate test of nerves. I am honored to bring it home.”
Austrian Pride on the Podium
While the top prize headed across the border to Slovenia, the tournament was a resounding success for the Austrian national team. Jan Hörl secured second place in the overall standings, with the 19-year-old sensation Stephan Embacher taking third—the youngest Austrian on a Four Hills podium in decades. The atmosphere in Bischofshofen was electric, as thousands of fans celebrated during the Epiphany public holiday, even as the city of Vienna observed the day with its own sacred water blessing traditions.
Looking Toward the Olympics
The conclusion of the Four Hills Tournament serves as a critical bellwether for the upcoming 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Milano-Cortina. With Domen Prevc now holding a significant lead in the overall World Cup standings, he enters the Olympic cycle as the undisputed man to beat.
As we noted in our Bischofshofen finale preview, the Paul-Außerleitner-Schanze remains the ultimate proving ground. For the Prevc family, it is now the site of a historic double-legacy. For the rest of the field, the hunt for the Golden Eagle begins anew in twelve months, but for today, the skies belong to Slovenia.
