Cross-country Skiing
Cross-country skiing schedule released for 2026 Winter Olympics
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The 2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics will feature cross-country skiing starting on February 7, with 12 medal events for men and women at equal distances. Events will take place at the Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium in Val di Fiemme, Italy, following the opening ceremony on February 6. Viewers in the United States can watch on NBC, USA Network, and Peacock.
The annual KBC cross-country skiing relay at Umeå University drew 20 teams and around 80 participants last week. Teams navigated sticky snow and fresh flurries in a blend of competition and community spirit. SLU's "Motionärerna" claimed victory in the main race, while creative costumes earned UPSC's team the top show award.
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The 102nd Vasaloppet, the world's largest cross-country ski race, united over 15,000 elite and recreational skiers on its iconic 90km course from Sälen to Mora last weekend. Amid heavy snow, Oskar Kardin and Emilie Fleten claimed victory, while the event's deep historical roots and unique traditions fueled participants' endurance.
After two years of cancellation, the König Ludwig Lauf returned to the Worldloppet calendar with a 42-kilometer skate-style race in Ettal, Germany. Austria's Alexander Brandner won the men's event, while Germany's Anna-Maria Dietze took the women's title under excellent conditions.
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Lauren Jortberg, a skier from Boulder, has been selected for the United States Olympic cross-country skiing team. This achievement highlights her dedication to the sport ahead of the upcoming Winter Games.