Johannes Dale-Skjevdal's victory in the men's mass start biathlon on Friday was a significant milestone for the Norwegian Olympic team, breaking a previous record by winning their 17th gold medal at the Winter Olympics. This victory surpasses the team's performance at the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, where they won a total of 16 golds. Dale-Skjevdal, age 28, has contributed to this impressive tally as the team continues to excel in various winter sports.

In addition to the 17 gold medals, the Norwegian team has also garnered nine silver and ten bronze medals at the Milan Cortina Games, totaling 36 medals. The team's strength has been particularly evident in cross-country skiing, where they have secured six golds, with Johannes Hösflot Kläbo being a standout competitor, earning five of those golds either individually or as part of a team.

Moreover, there is potential for Norway to break their all-time medal record at the Milan Cortina Games, which currently stands at 39 medals, achieved during the 2018 Pyeongchang Olympics. As the competition progresses, the focus is on whether Norway can continue this trend of excellence and further extend their lead in the medal tally.