Nordic Combined

Nordic Combined is a winter sport that combines two events: ski jumping and cross-country skiing. Athletes first compete in a ski jump, which scores based on distance and style. The results determine starting positions for the cross-country race, with better jumpers beginning earlier. The goal is to complete the cross-country course as quickly as possible, combining both the skill of precise jumping and endurance of long-distance skiing. The athlete with the fastest overall time, after both events, wins the competition. This sport tests both explosive power and sustained stamina, making it a unique challenge in winter athletics.