Toppidrettsveka 2023: Start lists and times for the sprint races

by Leandro Lutz • 17.08.2023
Toppidrettsveka sprint
The second day of Toppidrettsveka 2023 will see exciting competitions for the cross-country skiers. Here are the start lists for the sprint races.

The second day of Toppidrettsveka 2023 will see exciting competitions for the cross-country skiers. Here are the start lists for the sprint races.

Toppidrettsveka has attracted big names from several countries, and today they will battle for the win in a sprint in classic technique for women and men. 

The qualification round starts at 17:05 CET for women and 17:40 CET for men. Quarterfinals begin at 19:20, semifinals at 20:10 CET, and the finals at 20:35 CET for women and 20:45 CET for men.

Click HERE for the complete start lists.

ReadMore: Øyre Slind and Riege winners on the first day of Toppidrettsveka 2023
Also Read: 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 
  • Website: Toppidrettsveka

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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