Cross Country Skiing
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Supreme Johaug Dominated Competitors: – It’s a Knockout
January 04, 2025 / Eurosport
Therese Johaug showcased her incredible strength in the 20-kilometer skiathlon during the Tour de Ski, securing a commanding victory and taking the lead in the overall standings. With this performance, Johaug has demonstrated her dominance over her competitors, leaving them struggling to match her remarkable pace.
Skiathlon - Strong! Vermeulen Finishes Fifth in Second Last Tour Race
January 04, 2025 / Krone
Mika Vermeulen delivered an impressive performance on Saturday, finishing fifth in the skiathlon event at the Tour de Ski in Val di Fiemme. He battled at the front for most of the race, but ultimately finished 5.1 seconds behind the winner, Johannes Høsflot Klæbo.
Lotta Udnes Weng withdraws from Tour de Ski
January 04, 2025 / Eurosport
Lotta Udnes Weng has officially withdrawn from the Tour de Ski after waking up with a sore throat. The announcement from the Norwegian Ski Federation follows her sixth-place finish in the sprint the previous day. She will not participate in the upcoming 20-kilometer race.
Tearful after disappointment: - It's boring
January 04, 2025 / Eurosport
Simen Hegstad Krüger expressed his disappointment after falling during the Tour de Ski event, resulting in a significant time loss that dashed his hopes for a top placement. Despite the setback, he plans to compete in the final stage of the Tour de Ski despite reporting a muscle injury.
Finland's top skier faced a troubling issue at the Tour – expert reveals heavy pressure behind the scenes
January 04, 2025 / Yle
In the Val di Fiemme competitions, the sprint course has become a major talking point. Finnish and international stars expressed frustrations with the course's layout, particularly in a recent broadcast where analyst Ville Nousiainen criticized its ease. Finnish skier Arsi Ruuskanen reflected on a disappointing performance attributed to a problematic ski change during a critical moment.
Tour de Ski: Johannes Klaebo Dominates the Skiathlon in Val di Fiemme
January 04, 2025 / L'Équipe
Johannes Klaebo continued his strong performance in the 2025 Tour de Ski by winning the skiathlon at Val di Fiemme. He finished ahead of local star Federico Pellegrino and Norwegian Jan Thomas Jenssen. This latest victory puts Klaebo in a prime position to secure his fourth Tour de Ski title with one stage remaining.
Langrenn: Petter Northug Makes Season Debut in the "Monsterbakken" – Fears Johaug Smash
January 04, 2025 / NRK
Petter Northug expresses concern about being outperformed by Therese Johaug as he returns to competitive skiing at the 'monsterbakken' in Val di Fiemme. Northug admits that he hopes to beat Johaug but acknowledges the challenge ahead, especially against his rivals who are in great form.
Kerttu Niskanen Upset Over New Catastrophic Elements in Tour de Ski Olympic Courses?
January 04, 2025 / Yle
Kerttu Niskanen expresses her dissatisfaction with the challenging course planned for the upcoming Olympic sprint and combines events, highlighting potential safety issues. Experts and athletes criticize the layout as unsuitable and unsafe, given the narrow paths and the steep inclines that could lead to accidents during the racing events.
Discounting Edvin Anger's Chances: “Very Difficult”
January 04, 2025 / Sveriges Radio
With two stages remaining in the Tour de Ski, Edvin Anger finds himself in second place overall, trailing behind Johannes Hösflot Kläbo. Despite this, he has written off any chances of making the podium, a sentiment echoed by Radiosporten expert Torgny Mogren, who describes the situation as challenging.
Mogren Questions If Anger Will Even Be Sweden's Best Skiier
January 04, 2025 / Sveriges Radio
Expert Torgny Mogren expresses doubt about Edvin Anger's standing in the Tour de Ski after a significant drop in his total ranking. Mogren remarks that Anger's recent performance raises concerns about whether he will remain the top Swedish competitor.
Tour de Ski is Johaug’s to lose after skiathlon masterclass in Val di Fiemme
January 04, 2025 / FIS
Therese Johaug showcased her dominance in the 20km Skiathlon at Val di Fiemme, leading her toward a potential fourth FIS Tour de Ski title. With impressive performances, she opened significant gaps on her competitors, establishing her as the favorite for the championship with one race left in the series.
Andersson missed the podium – finished fourth as Johaug won
January 04, 2025 / SVT Sport
Ebba Andersson narrowly missed the podium, finishing fourth in the 20 km skiathlon, while Therese Johaug dominated the race, securing her place at the top of the Tour de Ski rankings. Despite showing promise for her first podium this season, Andersson expressed disappointment over her close finish.