Klæbo wins the Toppidrettsveka men’s skiathlon

by Leandro Lutz • 18.08.2023
Toppidrettsveka Klæbo
The third day of the Toppidrettsveka in Norway saw Johannes Høsflot Klæbo, Norway, winning the 20km roller ski skiathlon race.

The third day of the Toppidrettsveka in Norway saw Johannes Høsflot Klæbo, Norway, winning the 20km roller ski skiathlon race.

A 20km roller ski skiathlon race for men and 15km for women marked Toppidrettsveka day three. The competition attracted a solid field to the start line in Granåsen, Norway. 

In the men’s race, Johannes Høsflot Klæbo, Norway, won in a total time of 39:38.9. Didrik Tønseth, Norway, finished in second place, 0.9 seconds back. Simen Hegstad Krüger, Norway, completed the podium in third place, 1.3 seconds behind the winner.

Top 5 Skiathlon, Men

  1. Johannes Høsflot Klæbo, Norway, 39:38.9
  2. Didrik Tønseth, Norway, +0.9
  3. Simen Hegstad Krüger, Norway, +1.3
  4. Mikael Gunnulfsen, Norway, +17.0
  5. Sondre Skimedal Ramse, Norway, +33.6

Complete results can be found HERE when available. 

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Toppidrettsveka 2023: the complete calendar 

FACTS: TOPPIDRETTSVEKA 2023

  • Who:  Traditional cross-country skiers and long-distance skiing athletes at national and international levels
  • What:  Summer roller ski competitions, cross-country skiing and long-distance skiing, held for the first time in 2005
  • Where:  Hitra, Aura, and Granåsen, Norway
  • When:  August 16 to 19, 2023 

August 16, Wednesday: Toppidrettsveka – Hitra – 54km mass start classic technique

  • 18:15: Start women at Jøsnøya
  • 18:40: Start men at Jøsnøya
  • 20:35-20:45: Finish at Fillan
  • 20:50: Prize-giving ceremony

August 17, Thursday: Toppidrettsveka – Aure – 1.4km sprint classic technique

  • 17:05: Start women’s qualification
  • 17:40: Start men’s qualification
  • 19:20: Start quarterfinals
  • 20:10: Start semifinals
  • 20:35: Start women’s final
  • 20:45: Start men’s final
  • 20:50: Prize-giving ceremony

August 18, Friday: Toppidrettsveka – Granåsen – 15/20km skiathlon

  • 19:20: Start women 15km
  • 20:10: Start men 20km
  • 21:00: Prize-giving ceremony

August 19, Saturday: Toppidrettsveka – Granåsen – Finale 12km pursuit freestyle technique 

  • 17:35: Start women
  • 18:15: Start men
  • 18:50: Prize-giving ceremony 

Are you interested in traditional cross-country skiing? Click HERE and read more.

Roller Ski Test 

In addition to the thrilling competitions, we invite you to delve into our comprehensive roller skis review. Our experts have meticulously tested, compared, and reviewed a remarkable selection of nine pairs of classic roller skis and eight pairs of skate roller skis from leading manufacturers. Stay informed and make the most informed choices with our exclusive coverage of The Big Roller Ski Test 2023.

Read More: The Big Roller Ski Test 2023

All competitions are broadcast live on NRK. 

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