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Finland moves to ban Russian skiers
Just days before the season opener, where several Russian skiers are entered, Finnish authorities say they are working on denying visas.11.11.2026
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Johaug targets stunning time in marathon debut: aims to break legendary record
It became official on Monday afternoon. The 38-year-old has entered a remarkable target time for her marathon debut in Valencia in just under four weeks.
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Where to watch the 2026/2027 winter season: cross-country skiing, biathlon and the World Championships
The 2026/2027 winter season brings a full calendar for cross-country skiing and biathlon fans. Between the FIS Cross-Country World Cup, the IBU Biathlon World Cup and two World Championships, there will be racing nearly every weekend from November to March.
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Two weeks before the season opener: “Quite a few have been selected”
How many spots are actually still up for grabs at Beitostølen has not been clarified.
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Australian cross-country skiing teams for the 2026/2027 season
Snow Australia has named its national cross-country skiing teams for the 2026/2027 season, with familiar names returning to the World Cup team and several newcomers in the Continental Cup, U23, and Junior squads.
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Isometsä makes cross-country skiing comeback
Drops his pro golf career for a cross-country skiing comeback and pays for it himself. Last weekend, he delivered a career-best at the season opener.
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Concerns grow at FIS: “Everyone knew it was about him”
FIS has reportedly rejected Alexander Bolshunov's neutral status application, but fears it may still have to let him compete.
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What the Olympics leave behind in Val di Fiemme and Fassa
Hosting top-level winter events slowly changes a valley's economy, and not always in the direction people expect. A look at winter 2025/2026, the first summer after the Games and the road to the 2028 Youth Olympic Games.
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Stars flock to successful coach but must stay silent about his methods
VO2 uptake rising by 10 percent and results improving quickly after a short time. But the athletes must sign a non-disclosure agreement about the methods behind the progress. Now the coach speaks for himself.
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New FIS president speaks openly about finances, annual World Championships and Russian athletes
New FIS President Alexander Ospelt was the main guest at the 47th Forum Nordicum in Nové Město na Moravě. He says cross-country skiing must become more exciting for spectators, and he supports the idea of holding World Championships every year.
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Last winter’s breakout star hospitalized – out indefinitely
The 21-year-old was one of last year's rising stars. Now she is in the hospital, will miss the season opener, and has no idea when she can resume training.
03.11.2026
