
Norway Dominates Team Sprint at the Trondheim World Championships, France Finishes 5th
Originally published in L'Équipe on March 05, 2025
Norway has once again proven unbeatable in the Team Sprint at the World Championships in Trondheim, with Erik Valnes and Johannes Klaebo leading the way. This victory adds to Klaebo's incredible record of championship wins and brings his total to 13 titles, matching the legendary Petter Northug.
The competition saw France's Jules Chappaz and Richard Jouve battling for the podium after their previous success in the sprint event. Despite Chappaz's strong performance, the French team finished 5th, trailing behind Norway, Finland, and Sweden. Klaebo clinched the race with an impressive margin, affirming Norway's dominance in this year's championships.
As the championships continue, all eyes remain on the upcoming Men's Relay, where the French team will be eager to reclaim their standing and challenge Norway for a spot on the podium. The preliminary stages have shown France's potential, leaving fans optimistic for future events.
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