Nilsson takes Cross Country World Cup win in Slovenia

BySportsbeat

Published 20/01/2018 at 21:13 GMT

Stina Nilsson stormed clear or Kathrine Rolsted Harsem to take victory in the Cross County World Cup event in Slovenia.

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The Swedish star showed an amazing turn of speed to beat to beat Harsem by 1.27s, but the Norwegian could not be disheartened after winning her first ever podium.

Maiken Caspersen Falla finished third after fading at the end but the day belonged to Nilsson, who was at her brilliant best.

"I was feeling good the whole day," Nilsson said.

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"I knew in the prologue it would be a good day. In the final curve I took my chances - it was a perfect day for me."

Jessica Diggins, of the United States, was fourth 3.81 seconds behind Nilsson with Sweden's Anna Dyvik and Heidi Weng of Norway rounding off the top six.

Norway's Harsem though was thrilled to finally make it on the podium after pipping Falla in the final metres.

"It's amazing to be finaly on the World Cup podium. I have been 4th a couple of times and 7th for 100 times.

"It is very emotional for me. There have been many ups and downs in my career. I feel just amazing." Sportsbeat 2017

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