The little trees are meant to help the landing be cleaner and smoother. It preserves health and quality performances. It's ...

Domen Prevc of Team Slovenia jumps through a snow squall during the men’s super-team final round on Day 10 of the Winter Olympics at Predazzo Ski Jumping Stadium on February 16, 2026.

The ski jump at the 2026 Winter Olympics has a feature that is fascinating to fans. There are what look to be tiny trees down in the snow in the landing area. In a world otherwise covered in snow, ...