BREAKING: Norwegian superstar Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo has just made history at the Milan Cortina Olympics, securing his sixth gold medal in the men’s cross-country skiing events. This victory in the 50-kilometer mass start race not only cements his status as one of the greatest Olympic athletes but also breaks the nearly 50-year record held by American speed skater Eric Heiden, who won five golds at the 1980 Lake Placid Olympics.
Klaebo’s triumphant finish on February 17, 2026, marks a pivotal moment in Olympic history, elevating his total gold medal count to 11 across three Games. This achievement surpasses the previous record of eight, which he set just two days prior on February 15. Klaebo’s teammates joined the celebration, with Martin Loewstroem Nyenget and Emil Iversen taking silver and bronze, respectively, completing a stunning Norwegian sweep.
In a contrasting turn of events, American speedskater Jordan Stolz fell short of his goal to win three gold medals, finishing fourth in the mass start behind Dutch veteran Jorrit Bergsma, who at 40 years old, became the oldest man to win a speedskating gold. Stolz’s disappointment was palpable as he aimed to make history but instead watched Bergsma claim victory over Denmark’s Viktor Hald Thorup and Italy’s Andrea Giovannini.
The United States Olympic team also celebrated a historic moment, securing their 11th gold medal of the Games in mixed aerials with the trio of Kaila Kuhn, Connor Curran, and Chris Lillis. This achievement surpasses the previous record set during the 2002 Olympics in Salt Lake City, emphasizing the team’s dominance this year.
Meanwhile, Canada’s curling team clinched a bronze medal by defeating the U.S. team 10-7, denying American women their first medal in the event. The Canadian team, led by Rachel Homan, responded strongly after an earlier semifinal upset against Sweden.
In ski mountaineering’s Olympic debut, Emily Harrop finally captured gold, teaming up with Thibault Anselmet to win the mixed relay for France. Their finish time of 26 minutes, 57.44 seconds edged out the Swiss team, who took silver, while Spain captured bronze.
Italy also enjoyed a strong showing in freesk skiing, with Simone Deromedis and Federico Tomasoni achieving a 1-2 finish in the men’s skicross final. Deromedis’s gold medal marked Italy’s 10th gold of the Games, bringing their overall medal count to 29.
As the Olympics continue, all eyes will be on upcoming events as athletes strive for glory. The excitement and competition are palpable, with records being rewritten and history being made. Stay tuned for the latest updates as the Milan Cortina Olympics unfold.
