Norwegian Skier Klæbo Wins Record 9th Olympic Gold Medal

A Norwegian athlete just skied his way into the history books with a performance that rewrites Winter Olympic records forever.

Johannes Høsflot Klæbo anchored Team Norway to victory in the men's relay at Milano Cortina 2026 on Sunday, securing his ninth Olympic gold medal. No Winter Olympian has ever won more golds in the history of the Games.

The 29-year-old cross-country skiing superstar crossed the finish line 22.2 seconds ahead of France, with host nation Italy claiming bronze. His teammates Emil Iversen, Martin Løwstrøm Nyenget, and Einar Hedegart helped build the lead that Klæbo brought home in style.

The victory marks Klæbo's fourth gold medal at these Games alone. In just eight days at Tesero, he won the skiathlon, the sprint, the 10km race, and now the relay.

Two days earlier, Klæbo had tied the Winter Olympic record at eight golds, matching three fellow Norwegian legends. Now he stands alone at the summit.

Why This Inspires

What makes Klæbo's achievement even more remarkable is the consistency behind it. Last year, he won all six events at the world championships.

With two events still remaining at Milano Cortina 2026, he could potentially finish with 11 career Olympic golds. His dominance has been so complete that competitors and fans alike are wondering just how far he can push the boundaries.

The moment captured everything sports dreams are made of. Klæbo saluted the roaring crowd at the Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium before crossing the finish line, then embraced his teammates in celebration.

France's Victor Lovera brought home silver with the French flag flying behind him. The stadium erupted when Italy's Federico Pellegrino secured bronze for the home crowd, finishing ahead of Finland.

Klæbo's journey from promising young talent to the greatest Winter Olympian ever shows what dedication and passion can achieve when combined with natural ability. His grandfather helped spark his love for the sport, and now that seed has grown into an unprecedented legacy.

At 29, Klæbo isn't just breaking records; he's redefining what's possible in winter sports and inspiring a new generation to chase their own impossible dreams.