Wild Second Drama Among the Stars: – No One Expected That

In a thrilling encounter during the weekend’s final competitions at Beitostølen, athletes Therese Johaug and Heidi Weng engaged in an intense race for the top position in the 10 km freestyle event. After Johaug's commanding victory in the 10 km classic the previous day, many considered her the favorite going into the women's freestyle race.

As the race unfolded, Weng demonstrated exceptional speed, leading at the halfway point and maintaining a slim margin over Johaug. With only 1.9 km remaining, Weng was ahead by a mere 0.2 seconds. In the final moments, she surged to secure her victory, finishing 0.6 seconds ahead of Johaug, who took second place. After the race, Weng expressed her surprise and excitement, stating, "No one expected this. I was very eager for revenge from yesterday." This thrilling finish highlights the competitive spirit of these elite athletes and sets the stage for upcoming events in the World Cup series.