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News in English (USA) / 05.02.2026 / 16:00

Jessie Diggins and the US Cross-Country Ski Team Gear Up for the Winter Olympics

As the Winter Olympics approach, the US cross-country ski team, led by veterans and rising stars, is poised for success at Milano Cortina. Jessie Diggins, a Minnesota native and a gold medal hopeful, is hitting her stride in her last Olympic season. Despite her impressive accolades, Diggins emphasizes the importance of joy over medals, keeping her Olympic achievements packed away. Meanwhile, fellow Olympian Gus Schumacher reflects on the lessons learned from competition, including the value of losing. The excitement builds as fans prepare to watch these incredible athletes live.
The New York Times, Alaska Public Media, The Straits Times, Milano Cortina 2026, WPXI, POWDER Magazine, JHNewsAndGuide.com, crosscountryskier.com, USA Today, MPR News