WATCH LIVE | Can anyone dethrone Norway's relay team?
The article discusses the men's 4x7.5 km relay race at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, where Norway's team is favored to win against strong competitors.
The article highlights the upcoming men's 4x7.5 km relay race at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, scheduled to take place on Sunday. Norway, having a strong history in cross-country skiing, is entering the race as the clear favorite, bringing together a formidable team that includes notable athletes such as Emil Iversen and Johannes Hösflot Kläbo. Kläbo, who previously led his team to Olympic victory in 2018, aims to reclaim the gold after their disappointing performance in the previous Olympics, where they were outperformed by the Russian Olympic Committee team.
The event will see Norway competing against nine other teams, including Switzerland, Sweden, France, Canada, Italy, the USA, Germany, Finland, and the Czech Republic. These nations have strong skiing traditions and their teams are highly skilled, making the race a competitive event. Norway's recent successes and the presence of world-class athletes will draw considerable attention and set high expectations for their performance.
Viewers can catch the live coverage of the race on ETV and ERR's sports portal starting at 12:55 PM, with commentary by sports presenters. The inclusion of this event within the larger context of the Winter Olympics emphasizes the significance of team relay events in showcasing national pride and athletic prowess in winter sports.