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olympics

History maker: Diggins first U.S. skier to win solo world Nordic gold

Jessie Diggins of  Afton celebrated on the podium after winning an individual cross-country race at the FIS Nordic world ski championships.

Jessie Diggins of Afton became the first American ever to capture a gold medal in an individual cross-country race at the FIS Nordic world ski championships.

  • Jessie Diggins earns bronze medal at world Nordic ski championships

Shiffrin ends World Cup ski season with yet another record

After capping her record-setting season with career win 88, Mikaela Shiffrin was asked one question over and over again – and she couldn't really answer it.

  • Three-time USA Hockey Olympian Brianna Decker retires

Three-time USA Hockey Olympian Brianna Decker retires

Three-time Olympian Brianna Decker announced her retirement from the United States national hockey team on Thursday, ending a career in which she ranks third among American women players in world championship tournament points.

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    French President Emmanuel Macron launched the 500-day countdown to the 2024 Paris Olympics and Paralympics on Tuesday, bringing the public up to date with his government's hopes for the Games, including the ambitious use of the Seine.


    Biathlon great Marte Olsbu Roeiseland retires

    Marte Olsbu Roeiseland, who made history with five medals in biathlon at the Winter Olympics last year, announced her retirement on Tuesday.


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    Jessie Diggins earns bronze medal at world Nordic ski championships

    The Afton native teamed with Julia Kern to finish third in the women's freestyle team sprint.


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