Therese Johaug Set to Make Triumphant Return Ahead of 2025 World Championships

Therese Johaug Set to Make Triumphant Return Ahead of 2025 World Championships

Originally published in FIS on August 07, 2024

Therese Johaug, one of the most celebrated names in cross-country skiing, is poised to make her much-anticipated comeback to the FIS Cross-Country World Cup. After a brief hiatus from the sport, the Norwegian powerhouse is rejoining the national team with her sights firmly set on the 2025 FIS World Championships in Trondheim.

The announcement of Johaug's return has sparked a wave of excitement across the skiing community. Renowned for her remarkable dominance on the tracks, she boasts an impressive array of accolades, including numerous World Championship golds and Olympic medals. This return marks the beginning of an exhilarating new chapter in her already illustrious career.

While specifics of her upcoming season are still being ironed out, Johaug's ambitions are clear: she is determined to compete at the highest level with Trondheim 2025 as her ultimate target.

"I’m really excited to be back and to set new goals for myself," Johaug expressed in a recent statement.

"The World Championships in Trondheim are a huge motivation for me, and I’m looking forward to the challenge."

Johaug's return to the national team represents a substantial boost for Norway, a nation with a storied history in cross-country skiing. However, it is still uncertain which events she will enter as she transitions back to competitive form.

The skiing world will be keeping a close eye on Johaug as she embarks on her comeback journey, eager to witness her competing once more at the pinnacle of the sport. As she aims for the World Championships, fans can anticipate the excitement of seeing one of cross-country skiing's greatest athletes back in action.