Therese Johaug's Triumphant Return to Competitive Skiing

Norwegian cross-country skier Therese Johaug, who retired after the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, announced her return to competitive skiing. The four-time Olympic champion, who also has 14 world championship titles, aims to compete in the Nordic World Ski Championships in Trondheim. She had retired to focus on starting a family and has since given birth to a daughter.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 07-08-2024 21:28 IST | Created: 07-08-2024 21:28 IST
Therese Johaug's Triumphant Return to Competitive Skiing
Therese Johaug

Norwegian cross-country skiing icon, Therese Johaug, has declared her intention to return to competitive skiing. The 36-year-old, who clinched three gold medals at the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, had previously retired to focus on starting a family. Johaug, now a mother, will aim to compete in next year's Nordic World Ski Championships in Trondheim.

Speaking at a press conference, Johaug shared that her retirement was not due to a lack of passion for the sport. "I loved what I was doing, but the desire and dream of becoming a mother was so strong that it was worth retiring," she revealed.

Johaug boasts an illustrious career with four Olympic golds and 14 world championship titles. Her return promises to be a highlight in the world of cross-country skiing.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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