Nordic Combined
Came in Second – Won NM Gold
November 23, 2024 / Eurosport
Jørgen Graabak secured a gold medal at the NM in Beitostølen, coming in second overall as Kristjan Ilves from Estonia took the top spot. Despite facing multiple injuries leading up to the season, Graabak is now focusing on the upcoming World Championships, hoping to achieve his dream of winning a medal in front of his home crowd.
Jørgen Graabak Wins NM Gold in Nordic Combined
November 23, 2024 / Eurosport
Jørgen Graabak secured the NM gold medal at Beitostølen after finishing second in the event due to the performance of Estonian Kristjan Ilves. Despite a history of injuries, Graabak aims to compete fiercely this season leading up to the World Championships, hoping to earn his first title.
Took NM Gold – Defeated Westvold Hansen
November 23, 2024 / Eurosport
Ida Marie Hagen triumphed in the Norwegian Championships, defeating fellow combined star Gyda Westvold Hansen. Hagen, who started the race 12 seconds behind, quickly caught up and widened her lead to over 11 seconds during the 5km event, securing her position as the leading competitor in Norway’s Nordic Combined scene after winning the overall World Cup last season.
VM Hope Changes Focus After Absurd Preparation: – A Long Story
November 22, 2024 / Eurosport
Jørgen Graabak shares the challenges he's faced leading up to the Nordic Combined season, having suffered multiple injuries. Despite setbacks, he's focused on performing well at the upcoming World Championships in Trondheim.
Riiber and Hagen the ‘ones to beat’ in new Nordic Combined season
November 22, 2024 / FIS Ski
As the 2024-25 FIS Nordic Combined World Cup season approaches, Jarl Magnus Riiber and Ida Marie Hagen are set as the main challengers for titles. Riiber aims for his sixth overall title while Hagen hopes to build on her recent successes.
Injury Recovery Journey of Nordic Combined Athlete Jørgen Graabak
November 22, 2024 / Eurosport
Jørgen Graabak shares insights into his challenging injury recovery journey, which he describes as absurd yet transformative. He reflects on the difficulties faced during this period and how they have shaped his perspective on the sport.
Why the World Championship favorite is skipping the season opener: – Difficult to accept
November 21, 2024 / Eurosport
Jarl Magnus Riiber, the reigning champion in Nordic combined, is skipping the season opener in Beitostølen due to complications following a knee surgery and a wisdom tooth extraction that set back his training. Riiber expresses frustration over the changes in competition formats that challenge his previous dominance in the sport, yet acknowledges the need for increased excitement in Nordic combined.
Riiber on the changes: - Trying to make it difficult for me
November 21, 2024 / Eurosport
Jarl Magnus Riiber discusses the changes being implemented in the Nordic combined discipline ahead of the 2024/25 season. He expresses concern that these changes may pose additional challenges for him in competition.
Kollen move could open Olympic doors: - Very important
November 20, 2024 / Eurosport
The article discusses the significance of upcoming women's Nordic combined competitions in large hills, which could influence their inclusion in the 2030 Olympics. Current athletes emphasize the importance of gender equality in the sport as they prepare for future competitions, and there is optimism about the sport's continuation in the Olympics.
Nordic Combined in Otepää, February 7th at 5:15 PM
November 18, 2024 / sportschau.de
The Nordic Combined event will take place in Otepää on February 7th starting at 5:15 PM. The event will feature both women's and men's competitions, streamed live on the platform.