Marit Bjoergen
Marit Bjoergen is a retired Norwegian cross-country skier, widely regarded as one of the greatest athletes in the sport's history. Over her illustrious career, she won a staggering 15 Olympic medals, including eight golds, making her the most decorated female Winter Olympian of all time. Bjoergen's dominance was evident in her performances across various distances and formats, showcasing her versatility and endurance. After retiring from competitive skiing in 2017, she remains an influential figure in winter sports, often inspiring future generations of athletes.
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Marit Bjoergen is mentioned as one of the record holders that Klaebo has equaled with his eighth gold medal.
Izjemni Johannes Klaebo je zdaj najboljši olimpijec vseh časov
Slovenia· 2026-02-16
Marit Bjoergen is one of the few athletes who hold the record for titles in cross-country skiing.
Johannes Klaebo, virtuose et despote du ski de fond, devient l’athlète le plus titré de l’histoire des JO d’hiver
France· 2026-02-15
He had shared the record with three retired Norwegian athletes, Marit Bjoergen and Bjorn Daehlie in cross-country skiing and Ole Einar Bjoerndalen in the biathlon.
Norway’s Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo sets Winter Olympics record with 9th gold medal in cross-country ski
Canada· 2026-02-15
Marit Bjoergen is one of the few Norwegian athletes who hold records in cross-country skiing.
Johannes Klaebo aux JO 2026, virtuose et despote du ski de fond à la conquête des records olympiquesFrance· 2026-02-10