Marit Bjørgen

Marit Bjørgen is a highly accomplished Norwegian cross-country skier, regarded as one of the greatest in the sport's history. She has won 15 Olympic medals, including 8 golds, and numerous World Championship titles. Bjørgen is known for her exceptional endurance, technique, and strategic racing. Her career highlights significantly contributed to Norway's dominance in cross-country skiing. She competed at the highest levels from the early 2000s until her retirement in 2018, inspiring many with her consistency, versatility across different race formats, and competitive spirit.