Gregor Deschwanden, a 34-year-old Swiss ski jumper, achieved an unexpected bronze medal in the normal hill competition at the Olympics. Celebrating this significant milestone in his career, Deschwanden and his Swiss teammates indulged in heavy drinking at an Italian bar, marking a jubilant occasion after a year lacking reasons to celebrate. He mentioned that the team had been advised to seize any reasons for festivity, and with two rest days afterward, they took full advantage of their victory.

Deschwanden described the celebration as wild, admitting that his memories of the night were somewhat hazy. Despite the revelry, he reported feeling quite good the next morning due to having eaten during their drinking spree and sleeping in. His mother, however, experienced a different perspective, as she was shocked by the scenes shared online from the night out.

Additionally, Deschwanden expressed his plans to commemorate his first Olympic medal by getting a pizza tattoo, which humorously aligns with their location in Italy. This lighthearted notion adds a personal touch to his remarkable achievement, showcasing the joy and camaraderie experienced among the athletes, even in the context of excesses.