Penisgate erupts at Olympics; scandal exposes risks of bulking your bulge

February 7, 2026

TL;DR

Male ski jumpers are rumored to be injecting their penises with fillers to gain an advantage in the 2026 Olympics.
The alleged tactic involves increasing size to potentially earn more material allowance in competition suits, which can increase drag and lift.
A previous scandal involved Norwegian ski jumpers and officials who illegally altered suit crotches to make them larger.
Hyaluronic acid is a common filler used in medical and cosmetic procedures, but its use for penis augmentation is not clinically established and carries risks.
Documented cases show severe complications from penis injections, including infections, sepsis, tissue death, and the need for surgical intervention.
Paraffin injections for cosmetic purposes are highly dangerous and can lead to disfiguring lesions and tissue damage.
Officials from WADA and FIS have commented on the rumors, with WADA expressing amusement and FIS stating there's no evidence of such practices.

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