Marit Bjørgen and Johannes Høsflot Klæbo succed in the World Cup final on the home stretch
Once again Marit Bjørgen (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) won the final sprint against her team mate Heidi Weng (NOR), securing the overall victory at the World Cup final in Québec-City (CAN). Stina Nilsson (SWE, Fischer) finished third. Johannes Høsflot Klæbo (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) was also successful in the final sprint and became the youngest winner of a tour of all time. Niklas Dyrhaug (NOR, Fischer) finished third.
Stina Nilsson wins last sprint in Québec City
Stina Nilsson (SWE, Fischer) won the freestyle sprint on the first stage of the World Cup final. The small crystal globe for the sprint World Cup went to Maiken Caspersen Falla (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) and Johannes Høsflot Klæbo (NOR, Fischer skis and boots).
Nilsson and Brandsdal triumph in front of the cathedral in Drammen
Stina Nilsson (SWE, Fischer) and Eirik Brandsdal (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) won the classic sprint at the cathedral in Drammen (NOR). The Norwegian succeeded ahead of his team mate Johannes Høsflot Klæbo (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) and Sergey Ustiugov (RUS, Fischer skis and boots).
Women's relay team claims 100th ever World Championship gold for Norway
The Norwegian women Maiken Caspersen Falla (NOR, Fischer skis and boots), Heidi Weng, Astrid Uhrenholdt Jacobsen (both NOR) and Marit Bjørgen (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) won the 100th gold at the World Championships for their country. Silver went to clear Fischer-Team from Sweden in the final sprint followed by Finland.
Maiken Caspersen Falla becomes sprint World Champion
Maiken Caspersen Falla (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) secured the first gold medal of the Nordic World Ski Championships in Lahti (FIN). The Norwegian won the final of the cross-country sprint in free style, Kikkan Randall (USA, Fischer skis and boots) won bronze. Sergey Ustiugov (RUS, Fischer skis and boots) was beaten shortly, Johannes Høsflot Klæbo (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) secured bronze.
Nilsson and Klæbo with Otepaä sprint wins directly before the World Championships
Stina Nilsson (SWE, Fischer) and Johannes Høsflot Klæbo (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) won the last test for sprinters at the Otepaä World Cup (EST). The Swede beat her rival Maiken Caspersen Falla (NOR, Fischer skis and boots). In men's race Finn Hågen Krogh (NOR Fischer) outsprinted Sergey Ustiugov (RUS, Fischer skis and boots) inside the stadium in the fight for second place.
Emil Iversen and Marit Bjørgen succeed in mass start
After his frustration yesterday with his second place Emil Iversen (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) was able to celebrate today's victory in mass start in classic technique about 30 kilometres. Second went to Martin Johnsrud Sundby (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) followed by Calle Halfvarsson (SWE, Fischer). Marit Bjørgen (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) lateron won the 15 kilometres for women after she succeeded in the final sprint.
Stina Nilsson celebrates close sprint win
Stina Nilsson (SWE, Fischer) succeeded in the free technique sprint race in Falun (SWE). Only by a hair's breadth Maiken Caspersen Falla (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) was beaten in the final sprint. In men's sprnt Emil Iversen (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) came in second followed by Sindre Bjørnestad Skar (NOR, Fischer skis and boots).
Tour de Ski dominator Sergey Ustiugov triumphates at Alpe Cermis
Sergey Ustiugov (RUS, Fischer skis and boots) celebrated his first ever overall win in Tour de Ski. The Russian was able to keep Martin Johnsrud Sundby (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) behind. Dario Cologna (SUI, Fischer skis and boots) finished third. Stina Nilsson (SWE, Fischer) was ranked third after seven exciting stages of Tour de Ski which was won by Heidi Weng (NOR) for the first time.
Nilsson and Sundby win classic mass starts
Stina Nilsson (SWE, Fischer) succeeded in the sixth stage of Tour de Ski in Val di Fiemme (ITA) in 10k classic mass start. She was very strong and won ahead of Anne Kyllönen (FIN, Fischer skis and boots) and Charlotte Kalla (SWE, Fischer). With his success Martin Johnsrud Sundby (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) regained some seconds from Sergey Ustiugov(RUS, Fischer skis and boots) who came in second.
Sergey Ustiugov continued his winning series
Sergey Ustiugov (RUS, Fischer skis and boots) is furthermore a class of his own. The Russian celebrated his first ever victory in an intervall start race during fifth stage of Tour de Ski in Dobbiaco (ITA) over 10 kilometres. In women's 5 kilometres race surprisingly Sadie Bjornsen (USA, Fischer skis and boots) came in third.
Nilsson and Ustiugov furthermore in the lead after handicap race
Stina Nilsson (SWE, Fischer) also succeeded in handicap race over zehn kilometres free style on fourth stage of Tour de Ski. Fourth stage - fourth win for Sergey Ustiugov (RUS, Fischer skis and boots): After 15 kilometres the Russian finished first ahead of Martin Johnsrud Sundby (NOR, Fischer skis and boots).
Stina Nilsson and Sergey Ustiugov triumphate in skiathlon
Stina Nilsson (SWE, Fischer) succeeded in an exciting 5+5 kilometres skiathlon race during third stage of Tour de Ski in lightly snowed Oberstdorf (GER). In men's skiathlon with 10+10 kilometres again Sergey Ustiugov (RUS, Fischer skis and boots) secured victory ahead of Martin Johnsrud Sundby (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) and Dario Cologna (SUI, Fischer skis and boots).
Clear victories for Nilsson and Ustiugov in Tour de Ski sprints
In very dominant style Stina Nilsson (SWE, Fischer) and Sergey Ustiugov (RUS, Fischer skis and boots) succeeded in the first stage of this year's Tour de Ski. Both won the free style sprint races in Val Müstair.
Krogh beats Sundby in the final stretch
In 10k mass start in free technique in La Clusaz (FRA) Marit Bjørgen (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) was able to celebrate second place and come back in a good shape after her short break. Finn Hågen Krogh (NOR, Fischer) was able to beat dominant Martin Johnsrud Sundby (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) after 16 kilometres mass start. Alexander Legkov (RUS, Fischer skis and boots) came in third followed by Didrik Tønseth (NOR, Fischer skis and boots).
Martin Johnsrud Sundby triumphates at Lillehammer Triple
Martin Johnsrud Sundby (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) dominated the 15k classic handicap race and won Lillehammer Triple. He snapped up the win from Calle Halfvarsson (SWE, Fischer) with husky performance. Second went to the U23 leader Johannes Høsflot Klæbo (NOR, Fischer skis and boots).
Marit Bjørgen triumphates in 10k classic race
Marit Bjørgen (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) celebrated victory in 10 kilometres race in classic style in Ruka (FIN). Emil Iversen and Martin Johnsrud Sundby (both NOR, Fischer skis and boots) made a podium.
Stina Nilsson first sprint winner in Ruka
Stina Nilsson (SWE, Fischer) succeeded in the season's kick-off in Ruka/Kuusamo (FIN) in the first sprint race. Maiken Caspersen Falla (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) finished second. In men's race Calle Halfvarsson (SWE, Fischer) came in second followed by the rising star Johannes Høsflot Klæbo (NOR, Fischer skis and boots).
Home victories in Drammen for Falla and Northug
Maiken Caspersen Falla and Petter Northug (both NOR, Fischer skis and boots) made the Norwegian audience celebrate with their wins in classic style sprints in Drammen up to the finish in front of the cathedrale.
Sweden and Italy also successful in team sprint in Planica
After the team sprint in Planica (SLO) the same athletes like yesterday were able to celebrate: The victories again went to Stina Nilsson (SWE, Fischer) and Federico Pellegrino (ITA) with their team partners Ida Ingemarsdotter (SWE) and Dietmar Nöckler (ITA, Fischer skis and boots).
Stina Nilsson celebrates her second World Cup win
Stina Nilsson (SWE, Fischer) secured her second World Cup success this winter and in her carreer in general.
Sophie Caldwell and Emil Iversen triumphate in Oberstdorf
Sophie Caldwell (USA, Fischer skis and boots) and Emil Iversen (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) were two big surprises in today's classic sprint on fourth stage of Tour de Ski in Oberstdorf (GER). Martin Johnsrud Sundby (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) and Therese Johaug (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) collected many bonus seconds with reaching the final.
Maiken Caspersen Falla succeeds in sprint final of Tour de Ski opener
Maiken Caspersen Falla (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) is the happy winner of women's free sprint in first stage of Tour de Ski in Lenzerheide (SUI). But Martin Johnsrud Sundby (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) showed his strength with today's fourth spot and his plans to win another Tour de Ski.
Maiken Caspersen Falla celebrates sprint win in Dobbiaco
Maiken Caspersen Falla (NOR, Fischer Ski und Schuhe) succeeded in free sprint race in Dobbiaco (ITA) and took the lead in overall sprint ranking again from third-placed Stina Nilsson (SWE, Fischer). In men's race surprisingly Simi Hamilton (USA, Fischer skis and boots) and Andrew Young (GBR, Fischer skis and boots) with podium results.
Stina Nilsson puts an end to the Norwegian winning streak
Stina Nilsson (SWE, Fischer) was able to celebrated the first non-Norwegian women World Cup success this year and scored her carreer's first World Cup triumph in Davos (SUI).
Therese Johaug and Martin Johnsrud Sundby win Ruka Triple in Kuusamo
Top favourite Therese Johaug (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) succeeded without any problems in Ruka triple in Kuusamo (FIN). Runner up became Stina Nilsson (SWE, Fischer). In men's race Martin Johnsrud Sundby (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) also succeeded with a large gap followed by Petter Northug (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) and Finn Hågen Krogh (NOR, Fischer).
Falla celebrates first ever stage win in classic sprint in Ruka
Maiken Caspersen Falla (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) had a perfect start into World Cup winter. The Norwegian succeeded in classic sprint of World Cup opener in Ruka Triple Kuusamo (FIN). Stina Nilsson (SWE, Fischer) and Ragnhild Haga (NOR, Fischer) as well as Eirik Brandsdal (NOR, Fischer) and Petter Northug (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) made a podium.
Double triple victory for Fischer at the World Championship kick-off
Marit Bjørgen (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) and Petter Northug (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) secured the first titles in Nordic Ski World Championships. Silver went to Stina Nilsson (SWE, Fischer) and Alex Harvey (CAN, Fischer), bronce medals to Norway's Maiken Caspersen Falla and Ola Vigen Hattestad (both NOR, Fischer skis and boots).
Bjørgen and Krogh succeed in Östersund sprint
Marit Bjørgen (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) and Finn Hågen Krogh (NOR,Fischer) each took the lead in sprint World Cup ranking after winning classical sprints in Östersund. Maiken Caspersen Falla (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) and Stina Nilsson (SWE, Fischer) as well as Alex Harvey (CAN, Fischer) and Timo Andre Bakken (NOR, Fischer) made a podium.
Marit Bjørgen clearly extends her lead in Tour de Ski overall ranking after sprint success
Marit Bjørgen (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) celebrated victory in sprint race of Tour de Ski and clearly extended her lead in overall ranking. In men's race Petter Northug (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) and Martin Johnsrud Sundby (NOR, Fischer skis and boots) made a podium.
