Birkebeinerrennet

When the organizers of the Birkebeinerrennet had to take the decision to postpone the 2024’s edition from Saturday to Sunday due to extreme weather conditions on the mountain range, they were totally right: While yesterday heavy storm went over the fjell between Rena and Lillehammer, today there was only sunshine. The negative degrees provided very fast conditions. And the Norwegian folks took care of a great party atmosphere on Sjusjøen.

Birken 2024 men results

The fastest skier today is the same as last year: Andreas Nygaard from Norway celebrates his third victory in a row at the Birken. With a time of 2:23:56 he arrived to the Birkebeiner Arena in Lillehammer two seconds ahead of compatriot and team colleague Johan Hoel. Swede Max Novak finishes third ten seconds later.

Birken 2024 ladies results

Also in the ladie’s competition a Norwegian was the fastest today: Magni Smedås wins in a time of 2:47:10. A minute and ten seconds later another Norwegian claims the second place: Emilie Fleten. Kati Roivas from Finland finishes third.

Master awarding at Birken 2024

We also had the honor, to award several new Worldloppet Masters. Congratulations to everyone!

Now only one Worldloppet race is remaining for this winter season: The Fossavatnsgangan in Iceland is going to take place on April 20th.