Bø: “I’ll lie on the sofa and get fat”
On Sunday, it was over. Johannes Thingnes Bø and Tarjei Bø said their farewells after dominating the world stage for around 15 years. Now they reveal what they plan to do next in life.
Furious with FIS: Bloody unfair and obvious discrimination
On Friday, it happened again. Now the ski star has had enough of what she experiences as bloody unfair and blatant discrimination against athletes.
From beginner to Olympic dream
Most cross-country skiers who have Olympic ambitions, spend a lifetime on snow, but Matt Smith took a different route. Born in South Africa, Matt had never skied cross-country before 2022. Now, he’s set on qualifying for the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Ski Testing: How, Where, and When (Part 1)
Think back to your last race when you had to decide about your race skis. The forecast is not going to make up its mind anytime soon, and you are already stressed with other pre-race routines—ski selection is the last thing you want to worry about. How do you decide which ski is the best and feel confident about it?
Stina Nilsson: The double victory no one saw coming
She asked for patience – but shattered expectations. Stina Nilsson debuted in Ski Classics with victories in both Vasaloppet and Birken and is now in contention for an overall podium finish. How did she achieve this in less than a year in a completely new sport?
Norwegian breakthrough after secret testing at the World Championships
Tested during the World Championships in Trondheim, and the verdict is clear: A brand-new type of ski wax could change the sport forever.
Harsh blow for Ebba Andersson in FIS ruling: Hit hard financially
Sweden is furious after FIS has officially rejected the appeal regarding the yellow card given to Ebba Andersson in Holmenkollen, while at the same time revoking the yellow card issued to Jessie Diggins in the same race.
Experts want to remove the World Championship relay
When Norwegian broadcaster, NRK summed up the World Championships and asked its experts which event they would remove from the program, the answer was surprising: “Remove the relay,” said most of them.
Birkebeinerrennet disqualification cost long-distance star over $28,000 USD
Max Novak from Team Aker Dæhlie was leading the overall Pro Tour standings before Birkebeinerrennet. However, he was disqualified from the race, losing his chance to win the overall title in the long-distance skiing series.
“I only have one speed now!”
He is a World Champion in both cross-country skiing and biathlon, has an Olympic silver medal in his trophy collection, and finished top-3 in the Birkebeiner Triple last year on his first attempt. On Saturday, Lars Berger made a solid start to this year’s race.
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