Definition
Domen Prevc (born 19 March 1999) is a Slovenian ski jumper who has competed in the FIS Ski Jumping World Cup and other international ski jumping competitions representing Slovenia.
Overview
Born in the town of Kranj, Slovenia, Domen Prevc is a member of the prominent Prevc family of ski jumpers, which includes his older brother Peter Prevc, a former World Cup overall champion, and his younger siblings. Domen made his World Cup debut in the 2016–2017 season. Although he has not yet achieved an individual World Cup podium, he has recorded several top‑30 finishes and has contributed points to the Slovenian national team in team events. In addition to World Cup participation, he has competed on the Continental Cup circuit, where he has attained podium finishes. Prevc has also represented Slovenia at the FIS Junior World Championships, earning a team bronze medal in 2018.
Etymology/Origin
The given name “Domen” is the Slovenian form of “Dominic,” derived from the Latin Dominicus meaning “of the Lord.” The surname “Prevc” is a common Slovene surname, historically associated with families from the Upper Carniola region.
Characteristics
- Nationality: Slovenian
- Sport: Ski jumping (large hill and normal hill)
- Club: SK Triglav Kranj (the ski club he represents domestically)
- Technical style: Like many modern Slovenian jumpers, Prevc adopts a V‑style technique with a focus on aerodynamic efficiency during flight.
- Career highlights:
- World Cup points scorer in multiple seasons (first point earned in December 2016).
- Continental Cup podium finishes (including a victory in 2019).
- Team bronze medal at the 2018 FIS Junior World Championships.
Related Topics
- Ski jumping: The winter sport in which athletes ski down a take‑off ramp (the inrun) and launch themselves into the air to achieve maximum distance and style points.
- Slovenia at the Winter Olympics: The national program under which Prevc competes internationally.
- Prevc family: Notable for multiple members achieving success in ski jumping, including Peter Prevc (World Cup overall champion) and others.
- FIS Ski Jumping World Cup: The premier annual circuit for elite ski jumpers, in which Prevc has participated.
- Continental Cup (ski jumping): A secondary international circuit that serves as a developmental platform for emerging ski jumpers.