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1 hour ago, hckosice said:

 

Yes ofc, this is the reason.

 

For example if 23 countries will compete in the Sunday relay, Only for starting the relay you´ll get 90 points for 23rd place. 120 for 20th place.

 

Another zero like in Ostersund would be mortal, we will fall too deep in the ranking and will even fight for 2 quotas for next season world cup

I remember a few years back Canada allowed themselves to fall out of the top 20 through coaches not paying attention.  As a result they could only send one athlete per sex to the Vancouver Olympics!  

2 hours ago, RobtheAggie said:

 

It was interesting how he did not really even attempt to chase down JTB.  

It was strange because he had already beaten him in a couple of races this last month. Just keeping his cards close to his chest, I suppose.

Gontier is why the Italians like the mixed relay so much - it keeps her in the stands.

Dear oh dear, Fourcade not interested.

Straight ski race!

Fourcade takes the first set...

Here we go, JTB against Fourcade...

meltdown, serves them right for being sponsored by alcohol-free beer.  They deserve it. N

Finland two penalty loops....

Off we go...   Team Slovnakia fully represented.

Very weird that Sweden, a country that has a lot of coldness, has to have an American representing them.  

Oi,  

Kristian Bromley as usual coaching about five different teams, needs to have a big suitcase for all the coats.

Oh dear, horrible second half from Laura. 

Bandy hockey, ice speedway...

Also natural track luge, telemark skiing, errr.....

2 minutes ago, heywoodu said:

 

Only bobsleigh to go in a few hours and then all of the main winter sports have gotten their seasons underway for real  

Still a few to go though - snowboard cross, half-pipe, aerials, moguls.

Off we go in a very snowy Lake Placid.

Geez Norwegian men’s B-Team easily better than the rest of the world, depressing stuff.

Johaug already showered, changed her clothes, had a cup of tea & a sandwich before anyone else finishes.

23 minutes ago, heywoodu said:

First skiathlon of the season, let's see who finishes second

 

Also I am very curious how 18-year old Helene Marie Fossesholm will do, who will finally make her World Cup debut today.

Just holding on to 30th at the transition.

Crikey, there’s another Weng now - LU Weng.

Thing is, I get the impression, that all the other girls really hate her!  

Usually when someone does really well, all the other girls are out with hugs & kisses.  With Ledecka.....complete nothing!  

Got to say, I am very glad I watched that live!  

Ledecka !

Spectators have set sail on the Marie Celeste.

Really does not look good for racing.