Johannes Høsflot Klæbo dominated the classic sprint during the national cross-country opening at Beitostølen on Friday, November 22, 2025, leaving harald Østberg Amundsen trailing by 2.09 seconds. The performance, broadcast by NRK, prompted expert Therese Johaug to declare Klæbo “the king, quite simply,” while acknowledging upcoming finals.
The Beitostølen event marks the start of the Norwegian cross-country skiing season, a crucial period for athletes vying for positions on the national team and preparing for international competitions. klæboS decisive win signals his strong form early in the season. Østberg Amundsen reached the semi-finals but narrowly missed advancing on time, finishing just 13 hundredths of a second short. The results set the stage for continued competition as skiers progress through the qualifying rounds and finals.