Norwegian Therese Johaug Wins 10 km Free in Lillehammer

In the World Cup event held in Lillehammer, Norwegian skier Therese Johaug claimed victory in the 10-kilometer freestyle. This race was significant as it marked her strong return to the World Cup scene after a two-year hiatus. Johaug's performance provided a thrilling sight for her home fans, especially after finishing second in the previous week’s race in Ruka. She crossed the finish line ahead of her compatriots, with Heidi Weng and Astrid Slind taking second and third place respectively. Johaug, who ended about 11 seconds ahead of Weng, triumphed in a race that highlighted Norway's continued excellence in women's cross-country skiing. Despite an impressive competition, Swedish skier Frida Karlsson struggled towards the end of the race, finishing in fourth place. In this competitive atmosphere, Flora Dolci was noted as the top-performing French athlete, finishing in 12th place amidst a tough field.