Monday, Nov 6, 2023
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Jessie Diggins in more ways than one is one heck of an inspiring person. Whether it be her athletic career, arguably the mentally toughest athlete in our generation of skiing, her philanthropy work, her empowerment of women in sport or her generally cheery and positive attitude, she is undeniably a force both on and off the skis.
In the past winter season, the American cross-country skiing star made history by clinching the USA’s very first gold medal at the World Championships. The upcoming winter holds another special event that she looks forward to: the 50th edition of the American Birkie.
Jessie Diggins, who enjoyed six laps in Holmenkollen last weekend, believes the 50km race is a milestone for the women but missed Therese Johaug.
When Jessie Diggins crossed the finish line at the 10km race in freestyle technique, she knew she had given it her all. She had dug deep, pushing herself to her absolute limit, and the result was nothing short of astounding. With her gold medal win, she not only secured the USA’s first individual gold in a World Championships but also became a World Champion in the 10km individual start race.
Jessie Diggins secured first place in the women’s 10km race in freestyle technique today for the USA at the World Championships in Planica. Results from the women’s 10km race.
Jessie Diggins secured first place in the women’s 20km individual start race in freestyle technique for the United States of America at Switzerland’s Davos Cross-Country Skiing World Cup. Results from the women’s 20km skate race.
Jessie Diggins secured first place in the women’s 10km freestyle race for the United States of America at Norway’s Lillehammer Cross-Country Skiing World Cup. Results from the women’s 10km skate race.
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