Cologna eyes Olympic return – this time off the tracks
The Swiss cross-country skiing legend Dario Cologna is among the candidates for the IOC Athletes’ Commission ahead of the Milano-Cortina 2026 Olympic Games.
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Anger hires his father – with the goal of winning an Olympic medal
In less than a year, it’s time for the Winter Olympics in Milano/Cortina. Edvin Anger is now hiring his father to take the next step.
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Postpones retirement for one last shot at Olympic gold
42 years old and starving for success: “I’m eager to find out what this body is still capable of.”
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Marte Mæhlum Johansen stuns in marathon debut – Sets sights on Olympics
She is a two-time junior world champion in skiing. But it’s been three years since she ended her ski career. Now she felt like trying a marathon. It went so well that she suddenly set herself a bold goal: the 2028 Olympics.
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Furious at Olympic stars: “Selfish and lacking solidarity”
Teammate lashes out at the Olympic stars after their exit from the national team. Discontent is simmering behind the scenes ahead of the Olympic season.
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Czech biathlon teams announced for 2025/2026 Olympic season
The Czech Biathlon has unveiled its national teams for the upcoming 2025/2026 Olympic season, featuring a streamlined A-Team, a rejuvenated B-Team, and a broader Academy setup focused on long-term athlete development.
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Olympic Champion with dream wedding and new name
Several cross-country skiers have used the post-season time for beach vacations, mountain tours, or parties. But the German Olympic Champion gathered family and friends at a hunting lodge in her home country and hosted a dream wedding. She will also compete with a new name next season.
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The Olympic Hero who disappeared – Went to China
He was at the top for a winter. Won two Olympic gold medals and the sprint World Cup in 2006. But where did he go after his career?
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“Our donors make these Olympic dreams possible”
Outside of Europe, the journey to Olympic success for American athletes is paved not only with hard work but also with substantial financial support from private donors and non-profit organizations. Unlike many European or Scandinavian countries where government funding plays a pivotal role in sports, the United States Ski Team and other far-flung nations relies heavily on grassroots fundraising efforts to sustain its operations and nurture its aspiring talents.
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Teresa Stadlober: The Austrian Olympic Medalist
Austria is well-known for presenting a solid field of medal winners at Alpine World Cups but much less for bringing forth successful cross-country skiers. By winning the first Austrian female Olympic medal in history, Teresa Stadlober has become the Austrian hope to change this perception.
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