Monday, February 23, 2026-In a historic climax to the 2026 Winter Olympics, Norway’s cross-country skiing superstar Johannes Høsflot Klæbo completed an unprecedented clean sweep of all six men’s events he entered, becoming the first athlete ever to win six gold medals at a single Winter Games.
His final triumph came in the grueling 50 km mass start classic, where he powered ahead in the last lap to secure gold while his teammates delivered a stunning Norwegian podium sweep with silver and bronze. This victory not only set a new mark for most Winter Olympic golds at one edition but also underscored Klæbo’s dominance across sprint, distance, and team formats.
The 29-year-old finished the marathon 50 km race after more than two hours of intense skiing, capping a fortnight of relentless excellence and physical endurance. Along the way, Klæbo shattered a nearly half-century-old benchmark previously held by Eric Heiden, who won five gold medals at the 1980 Winter Games. Norway’s deep strength showed not just in his victories but across the cross-country program, contributing to the nation’s commanding position atop the medal table at these Games.
With this record-setting performance, Klæbo has now extended his career Winter Olympic gold total to 11, placing him among the most decorated Winter Olympians in history. His achievement has energized fans worldwide and reshaped expectations for what’s possible in endurance sport, cementing his status as one of the defining athletes of these Olympics and elevating Norway’s legacy as a powerhouse in winter competition.
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