At the Tartu Ski Marathon held on Sunday, Christopher Kalev emerged victorious in the men's main distance, completing the 63 km classic course in 2 hours, 49 minutes, and 57.4 seconds. The competition was remarkably close, with Kalev finishing just 0.1 seconds ahead of fellow Estonian Henri Roos, while the third-place finisher, Czech athlete Fabian Stocek, trailed Roos by a mere tenth of a second. The top ten was rounded out by competitors from various countries, indicating a high level of international participation.

In the women's category, Tatjana Mannima claimed victory with a time of 3 hours, 26 minutes, and 2.4 seconds, placing her 64th overall in the competition. Mannima's winning time showcased her strong performance, allowing her to finish significantly ahead of her closest competitors, Merilin Jürisaar and Kaisa Rooba, who finished 8 minutes and 50 seconds and 9 minutes and 59 seconds behind, respectively. This impressive feat adds to Mannima's reputation in the sport and highlights the growing interest in skiing among women in Estonia.

The Tartu Marathon serves not only as a prestigious skiing event in Estonia but also as an important platform for local and international athletes to showcase their skills. With competitive timing and a strong representation from both local and foreign competitors, the event is a testament to the vibrant community surrounding winter sports in the region. As both winners look forward to future competitions, their performances at Tartu may inspire a new generation of skiers, enhancing the profile of the sport within Estonia and beyond.