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Glitter, grit and the 50-km grind: What to know about cross-country skiing at the Winter Olympics

The 2026 Milan Cortina Games have equalized men’s and women’s race distances, elevating the 50-km event for women.
Norway’s Johannes Høsflot Klæbo enters the Games as a renowned multi-medalist chasing more Olympic glory.
Jessie Diggins remains a standout U.S. star and is approaching the end of her competitive career.
Italy’s Federico Pellegrino is one of four Italian flag bearers and seeks Olympic gold in his final season.
Sweden’s Jonna Sundling is viewed as the top competitor in the women’s individual sprint.
Val di Fiemme in the Dolomites will host cross-country events, with venues spanning the northern Italy region.
The article recalls memorable moments like the 2018 Diggins–Randall team sprint gold and Norway’s long-standing dominance.
The piece emphasizes cross-country skiing’s Nordic roots and its development into a major Olympic sport.
The program features two main techniques: classic and freestyle, plus the skiathlon that blends both styles.
The article frames cross-country skiing as a premier endurance sport with extraordinary cardiovascular demands.

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