Johannes Klaebo wins six gold medals at a single Olympics and breaks the all-time record

The Olympic competition in Milan and Cortina in d'Ampezzo has come to an end, and its undisputed hero is Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo. The Norwegian cross-country skier achieved the impossible by winning all six events he participated in. The final highlight was his triumph in the prestigious 50-kilometer classic race in Tesero, where Norwegians completely dominated the podium. The silver medal was won by Martin Loewstroem Nyenget, and the bronze by Emil Iversen. Klaebo, with a total of 11 Olympic gold medals in his career, has become the most decorated Winter Olympian in history, surpassing his legendary compatriots. The tradition of cross-country skiing in Norway dates back to the Stone Age, as evidenced by petroglyphs found on the island of Rødøy. For centuries, skis served as a primary means of transport, transforming in the 19th century into a national sport that remains a key element of the country's cultural identity to this day. Klaebo's success was not a matter of chance but the result of extreme dedication and a rigorous regime. To avoid any potential infection that could jeopardize his participation, the athlete lived in almost complete social isolation for the two months leading up to the Games. He did not shake hands, avoided gatherings, and even refrained from kissing his fiancée, Pernilla Dosvig. This almost ascetic path to mastery resulted in breaking the record of American Eric Heiden, who won five gold medals in speed skating at a single Games in 1980. 11 — Olympic gold medals are in Klaebo's tally In the overall standings, Norway once again proved that despite its small population of 5.5 million, it is a global powerhouse in winter sports. The country's team won a total of a record 41 medals, including an unprecedented 18 gold medals. Experts attribute this success to a systemic approach to youth sports, advanced scientific research on ski waxing, and massive investments in training infrastructure. However, the final day of the Games also brought some weakening for the competition; the decorated Swedish skier Frida Karlsson withdrew from Sunday's women's 50 km race due to illness, opening up opportunities for other athletes from the Scandinavian coalition. „I just need some time for myself now, to sit down and think about what's next.” — Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo The Polish camp recorded a solid performance by Dominik Bury, who finished 12th in the grueling 50 km race. Although social media also circulated lighter topics, such as the visit of Lindsey Vonn, who underwent surgery in Treviso, the world's attention was focused on the historic feats in Tesero and Lago di Tesero, which became the arena for the birth of a living sports legend.

Perspektywy mediów: Liberal media emphasize the scientific training system and inclusivity of the Norwegian mass sports model as the source of success. Conservative media focus on the work ethic, individual sacrifice of Klaebo, and his patriotism as a role model to follow.