Feb 19 • 13:41 UTC 🇳🇴 Norway Aftenposten

Became historic after a dramatic finish: – Almost out of words

Jens Lurås Oftebro achieved a historic Olympic triple by winning gold for Norway in the team sprint event of the Nordic combined at the Olympics.

Jens Lurås Oftebro, at the age of 25, completed an extraordinary Olympic games by clinching his third gold medal, showcasing his remarkable skills in the Nordic combined sport. In a thrilling finish, Oftebro sprinted past Finland's Ilkka Herola, securing the gold alongside his teammate Andreas Skoglund during the team sprint, the last event of the Olympics for combined athletes. This win is particularly significant as it represents a historic achievement for Norway in this sport.

The competition was fierce, with Norway starting just 13 seconds behind Germany after the jumping segment of the event. As they transitioned to the cross-country skiing portion, the weather conditions presented a real challenge, with heavy snow creating tough terrain. Nonetheless, the Norwegian team quickly closed the gap on their German competitors, Johannes Rydzek and Vinzenz Geiger, who had taken the lead after the jumping segment.

Post-race, Oftebro’s older brother, Einar, expressed overwhelming pride and emotion, commenting on the magnitude of the achievement. Oftebro's performance not only underscores his personal talent but also highlights Norway's dominance in Nordic combined skiing, leaving fans and analysts excited about the future of the sport in the country.

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