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Holmenkollen femmil saved for 2026/27

The FIS council in Slovenia has confirmed the 5km races at Holmenkollen for both men and women in the 2026/27 season, after a looming threat of cancellation.

The International Ski Federation’s (FIS) winter council in Slovenia has decided to keep the 5km races at Holmenkollen for both men and women in the 2026/27 season. The decision came after a debate over the races’ placement in the calendar, which could have led to their removal. Norwegian representatives Ulf Morten Aune and Espen Bjervig praised the ruling, highlighting the event’s importance for Norwegian and international ski culture. turconews.click