Ebba Andersson Wins Skiathlon Gold at Nordic Championships in Trondheim

In a thrilling finish at the Nordic Ski World Championships, Ebba Andersson of Sweden defended her title by winning the women's 20km skiathlon, narrowly beating Norway's Therese Johaug in a dramatic photo finish. Both competitors clocked the same time of 47:57.1, but Andersson edged out Johaug by mere centimeters. Johaug, returning to competition after a brief retirement following her success at the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, showcased her competitive spirit throughout the race. Jonna Sundling secured the bronze medal after a challenging race, where she encountered a fall but managed to fight back. Heavy rain on race day led to organizers salting the tracks, illustrating the difficult conditions athletes faced. The event marks a significant moment in the championship, which is expected to attract over 300,000 spectators in Trondheim, Norway.