Norwegian Skier Klaebo Sets New Winter Olympic Record with 9th Gold

The cross-country skiing star becomes the most decorated Winter Olympian of all time.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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Norwegian cross-country skier Johannes Høsflot Klaebo won his ninth gold medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Tesero, Italy, setting a new record for the most gold medals won by a Winter Olympian.

Why it matters

Klaebo's historic achievement cements his status as one of the greatest winter athletes of all time and further solidifies Norway's dominance in cross-country skiing on the Olympic stage.

The details

Klaebo, 29, won the men's 50km mass start classic event to claim his ninth career gold medal, surpassing the previous record of eight golds held by Norwegian biathlete Ole Einar Bjørndalen. Klaebo has now won gold in every individual cross-country event at the Winter Olympics, a testament to his remarkable consistency and versatility over the past three Olympic cycles.

  • Klaebo won his 9th gold medal on February 15, 2026 at the Winter Olympics in Tesero, Italy.

The players

Johannes Høsflot Klaebo

A 29-year-old Norwegian cross-country skier who is now the most decorated Winter Olympian of all time with 9 gold medals.

Ole Einar Bjørndalen

A Norwegian biathlete who previously held the record for most Winter Olympic gold medals with 8.

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What they’re saying

“Winning this 9th gold is a dream come true. I am so proud to represent Norway and to be able to add to the country's incredible legacy in winter sports.”

— Johannes Høsflot Klaebo (nhregister.com)

What’s next

Klaebo is expected to compete in the 2030 Winter Olympics in Sapporo, Japan, where he will have a chance to further cement his legacy as the greatest Winter Olympian of all time.

The takeaway

Klaebo's record-breaking performance solidifies Norway's status as a winter sports powerhouse and highlights the incredible dedication and skill required to reach the pinnacle of Olympic competition in cross-country skiing.