Historic Day for Scandinavian Nation at Winter Olympics
Norway cemented its winter sports supremacy yesterday at the 2026 Milano Cortina Games, securing three gold medals across different disciplines in a single day of competition. The Nordic nation's triumph began with cross-country skiing legend Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo claiming his second gold of these Games.
Klaebo's Record-Chasing Performance
The 29-year-old phenom dominated the men's sprint classic final, clocking 3:39.74 to add to his skiathlon victory from last Sunday. With seven career Olympic golds now to his name, Klaebo stands one title away from matching the all-time Winter Games record held by three retired Norwegian athletes.
Biathlon and Freestyle Triumphs
Norway's golden streak continued in the men's 20km biathlon, where debutant Johan-Olav Botn delivered flawless shooting to claim victory. In freestyle skiing, Birk Ruud secured his second Olympic title by winning the slopestyle final with an 86.28-point opening run.
Historic Moments for Other Nations
While Norway dominated, Ben Ogden made history for the United States with its first male cross-country skiing medal since 1976. Sweden's Wranaa siblings edged Team USA in a thrilling mixed doubles curling final, while Italy celebrated its first Olympic curling medal with bronze.
