Norway Wins 17th Gold, Sets Winter Olympics Record

Norwegian biathlete Johannes Dale-Skjevdal dominates 15km mass start event.

Published on Mar. 1, 2026

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Norwegian biathlete Johannes Dale-Skjevdal won the gold medal in the 15km mass start biathlon event at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Anterselva, Italy. Dale-Skjevdal was the only competitor to hit all 20 targets, leading him to the top of the podium and helping Norway set a new record for most gold medals won at a single Winter Olympics.

Why it matters

Norway has long been a dominant force in winter sports, particularly biathlon, and this latest gold medal continues to cement their status as a winter sports powerhouse. Dale-Skjevdal's perfect shooting performance was a remarkable feat that highlighted Norway's depth of talent in the sport.

The details

In the 15km mass start biathlon event, competitors must ski a 15km course while stopping to shoot at five different targets. Dale-Skjevdal was flawless, hitting all 20 of his targets to claim the gold medal. This victory helped Norway set a new Winter Olympics record with 17 gold medals, surpassing their previous high of 16 set at the 2022 Beijing Games.

  • The 2026 Winter Olympics were held from February 6-22 in Anterselva, Italy.
  • The 15km mass start biathlon event took place on February 20, 2026.

The players

Johannes Dale-Skjevdal

A Norwegian biathlete who won the gold medal in the 15km mass start event at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Norway

A Nordic country that has long been a dominant force in winter sports, particularly biathlon, and set a new Winter Olympics record with 17 gold medals at the 2026 Games.

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What they’re saying

“I'm so proud to have won this gold medal and to have helped Norway set a new Winter Olympics record. It's a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire biathlon team.”

— Johannes Dale-Skjevdal (myplainview.com)

The takeaway

Norway's continued dominance in winter sports, particularly biathlon, highlights the country's commitment to developing world-class athletes and programs. Dale-Skjevdal's perfect performance is a remarkable individual achievement that contributed to Norway's record-setting Winter Olympics performance.