Norwegian skier Johannes Klæbo has made history at the 2026 Winter Olympics by winning his eighth gold medal, equaling the record for the most golds in Olympic history. Klæbo secured his third gold of these Games in the men’s individual start race, further solidifying his status as one of the sport’s all-time greats.
In a thrilling finish, Klæbo crossed the line ahead of France’s Mathis Desloges, who took the silver medal, finishing 4.9 seconds behind. Norway’s Einar Gudmundsen completed the podium in third place, trailing Klæbo by 14 seconds.
This latest victory adds to Norway’s impressive medal tally at the Games, bringing their total to 18, with nine of those being gold. The Norwegian team continues to dominate various events, showcasing their strength in winter sports.
Meanwhile, Ukrainian biathletes are set to compete in the men’s sprint event today, with live coverage available on the Suspilne Sport YouTube channel at 14:50. Fans are eager to see how the team will perform in this high-stakes competition.
In other Olympic events, the women’s snowboard cross medal round is also taking place, with live streaming accessible on the Suspilne Sport website. As the Games progress, the excitement continues to build among athletes and spectators alike.
Johannes Klæbo has achieved a remarkable milestone by winning his eighth gold medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics, tying the record for most golds in Olympic history. Norway's dominance is evident as they lead the medal count, while Ukrainian biathletes prepare for their upcoming sprint event.