How does Olympic cross-country skiing work? Format, scoring, more

Cross-country skiing captivates fans each Winter Olympics cycle. Check out more information on the format, rules, scoring and ...
International Paralympic Committee

Milano Cortina 2026: Introduction to Para cross-country skiing

5. At Milano Cortina 2026, Cristian Westemaier Ribera aims to become the first Brazilian athlete to win a medal at either the ...
NBC Olympics

U.S. cross-country skier Jessie Diggins takes the podium in final race before 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics

Team USA's Jessie Diggins earned a podium spot in the final cross-country skiing World Cup competition before the 2026 Milan ...

Glitter, grit and the 50-km grind: What to know about cross-country skiing at the Winter Olympics

Cross-country skiing returns as a premier endurance test at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, featuring equal race ...

Cross-country ski areas feeling impact of below-normal snow

While Colorado downhill ski resorts continue to deal with abnormally low snowfall and limited terrain offerings, the state’s ...
Alaska Public Media

Exciting and daunting: Eight Alaska nordic skiers will compete in Italy Olympics

Eight cross-country skiers from Alaska are going to the 2026 Olympics in Italy next month. U.S. Ski and Snowboard announced ...
NBC Olympics

U.S. names cross-country skiing roster for 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics

U.S. Ski & Snowboard announced the cross-country skiing roster that will represent the Stars and Stripes at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics in just two weeks.

What Runners Can Gain From Cross-Country Skiing This Season

Choose classic for steady endurance or skate for high-energy intervals.
KIVI-TV

'Whole other level,' Boise, Stanford coaches praise Samantha Smith’s Olympic bid in Nordic skiing

Boise native Samantha Smith has made Team USA as a nordic skier and she will compete in the Olympics in Italy in February.