Feb 15 • 07:55 UTC 🇪🇪 Estonia ERR

Norwegians secured a decisive victory in the relay race, Italy took bronze

Norway's men's team won the Olympic gold in the men's 4x7.5 km relay at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, with Italy claiming the bronze.

At the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, the Norwegian men's team delivered a strong performance in the men's 4x7.5 km relay, winning the gold medal convincingly without any major surprises. Although they started slowly, leading by just 37.9 seconds after the first leg, by the end of the second leg, they had extended their advantage to over a minute and a half. France and Finland were the closest competitors, but Norwegian anchor Johannes Hösflot Kläbo crossed the finish line in splendid isolation, securing victory with a time of one hour, four minutes, and 24.5 seconds.

Johannes Hösflot Kläbo's victory marked his ninth Olympic gold, making him the most successful athlete in the history of the Winter Olympics. His exceptional performance not only highlighted Norway's dominance in cross-country skiing but also showcased Kläbo's individual prowess that has made him a standout in the sport. The Norwegian team's victory further cements their reputation as a powerhouse in winter sports, with significant expectations for future competitions.

France secured the silver medal, finishing 22.2 seconds behind Norway, while Italy's Federico Pellegrino, at 35 years old, made a remarkable catch of Finnish skier Niko Anttola, allowing Italy to take bronze with a time of 47.9 seconds behind Norway. This event featured only ten teams, indicating the competitive nature of the relay, and the outcome reinforces the excitement surrounding cross-country skiing events during the Winter Olympics, especially with the home crowd support for Italy.

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