Johaug's Comeback – Victory at Holmenkollen

In her triumphant return to the spotlight, Therese Johaug secured a monumental victory at Holmenkollen in the women’s 20 kilometers race after not winning any gold medals at the Ski World Championships. The 36-year-old Norwegian star demonstrated exceptional skill and determination to claim first place, finishing with a time of 49:59.09.

Norwegian teammate Astrid Øyre Slind finished a close second, 0.16 seconds behind Johaug, while Swedish skier Ebba Andersson was initially credited with a third-place finish but later faced disqualification, losing her medal following a post-race jury decision. This race marks a significant redemption for Johaug, emphasizing her status as a leading figure in women's cross-country skiing.

Results
1. Therese Johaug 49:59.09
2. Astrid Øyre Slind +0.16
3. Victoria Carl +0.53

Johaug’s victory at Holmenkollen underscores her resilience and dedication to the sport, reinforcing her legacy in cross-country skiing as one of its all-time greats.