Jordan Stolz closed the 1,000 meter World Cup season undefeated, setting a new track record in Inzell while Joep Wennemars secured third place in the same event.
According to NOS Schaatsen, the American speed skater Jordan Stolz stunned the crowd with a remarkable time of 1:06.83, significantly lowering the previous track record at the Inzell venue. Stolz’s performance made him the first skater to finish the 1,000 meter race in under 1:07 at Inzell. Dutch skater Joep Wennemars followed closely behind, registering a time of 1:07.23, just 0.12 seconds above the former track record held by Ning Zhongyan, and earning the bronze medal. The silver medal was claimed by Polish skater Damian Zurek with a time of 1:07.20, while Jenning de Boo narrowly missed the podium, finishing fourth with 1:07.39.
Kjeld Nuis started the race but immediately withdrew after the start signal. Although he earned points for the World Cup standings, his early exit was met with disapproval from the Inzell audience, who responded with boos. Nuis explained that he was not in optimal physical condition following the 1,500 meter race the previous day and initially believed he required more points for a favorable Olympic draw. However, he learned just before the race that the Inzell World Cup no longer affected Olympic seeding, leaving him disappointed.
In the morning session, Stijn van de Bunt made his international debut by competing in the B group of the 5,000 meter race. He finished third with a time of 6:11.96, over two and a half seconds slower than his personal best. Only Italian Riccardo Lorello (6:09.33) and Marcel Bosker (6:11.67) posted faster times in that group. The 21-year-old long-distance specialist had recently surprised many by winning both the 5,000 and 10,000 meters at the Olympic qualification tournament despite no prior World Cup experience. Reflecting on his debut, Van de Bunt noted that while his time was respectable, he felt the race was somewhat rushed and untidy. He also remarked on the difference in atmosphere compared to Dutch venues, noting the relatively small audience in Inzell.
The World Cup competition in Inzell continued later with the A group competing in the 5,000 meter event.
