Ebba Andersson
Jessie Diggins ends Olympic career with fifth in women's 50km
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American cross-country skier Jessie Diggins finished fifth in the women's 50-kilometer classic race at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, marking the end of her decorated Olympic career. Sweden's Ebba Andersson claimed gold in a commanding performance, while Diggins expressed gratitude for her journey despite narrowly missing a medal. The race highlighted endurance and tactical skill amid challenging conditions.
Sweden's Ebba Andersson dominated the inaugural women's 50km mass start classic at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, securing her first individual Olympic gold in 2:16:28.2. Norway's Heidi Weng took silver, 2:15.3 behind, while Switzerland's Nadja Kaelin earned bronze after breaking away late. American Jessie Diggins, in her final Olympic race, fought through cramps and an early ski change mishap to finish fifth.