Igor Medved, the Slovenian head coach of Finland's ski jumping team, has been sent home from the Olympics, as confirmed by Janne Hänninen, the leader of the Finnish Olympic team. The reasons cited for this decision were related to incidents of alcohol consumption. Following the situation, Medved offered a brief apology to athletes, fellow coaches, support staff, the Olympic Committee, the Ski Association, and fans, expressing regret for his actions.

In a voice message to Yle, Medved reflected on the circumstances leading to his dismissal, stating he wasn't feeling proud of himself. He described an incident after a mixed team ski jumping competition, where he was invited to a Slovenian gold medal celebration. Having consumed no food prior, he indicated that alcohol played a significant role in his behavior during the celebration. His comments suggest a level of remorse and acknowledgment of the consequences of his actions.

Despite the confirmation from the Olympic team leader and Medved’s apology, he has not answered multiple requests for comments from Iltalehti. This incident raises questions about the responsibilities of coaches and the impact of alcohol on professional conduct in sports, particularly in high-stakes environments such as the Olympics.