Klaebo. Inevitable.

New York Times - WorldEN 2 min read 100% complete by Victor Mather and Vincent AlbanFebruary 21, 2026 at 01:43 PM

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Johannes Klaebo of Norway achieved a historic feat at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, winning all six men's cross-country skiing events. The events included the skiathlon, sprint, individual time trial, two relays, and the mass start. In the final event, the 31-mile mass start, Klaebo broke away with two teammates before ultimately outperforming Martin Nyenget for the gold. This sixth gold medal marked Klaebo's 11th Olympic gold overall and set a new record for most golds won at a single Winter Games, surpassing Eric Heiden's previous record. The article highlights the dominance of Klaebo and the Norwegian team in cross-country skiing.

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