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American Cross Country Skier Jessie Diggins Earns Third FIS World Cup Title

Superstar nordic skier Jessie Diggins continued her winning ways this season securing the overall FIS Cross County World Cup title.

Maria Aldrich

Feb 20, 2022; Beijing, CHINA; Jessie Diggins (USA) celebrates her silver medal in cross-country skiing women's 30km mass start during the closing ceremony for the Beijing 2022 Olympic Winter Games at Beijing National Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Schumacher-Imagn Images
Feb 20, 2022; Beijing, CHINA; Jessie Diggins (USA) celebrates her silver medal in cross-country skiing women's 30km mass start during the closing ceremony for the Beijing 2022 Olympic Winter Games at Beijing National Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Schumacher-Imagn Images / Rob Schumacher-Imagn Images

American Nordic World Cup Champion

Jessie Diggins, 33, hit a major milestone this weekend after taking home her third overall FIS Cross Country World Cup title. The decorated athlete and amazing nordic skier just added to her impressive list of achievements. Diggins put up the most points across all events, this season, ultimately claiming the overall award. - the World Cup Overall Globe.

On Sunday, March 16, the skier finished the Women's 10km Interval Start Free in sixth place with a time of 25:49.3. The victory in event went to Swedish star Moa Ilar who finished with a time of 25:24.6. The competiton proved to be fast and competive as the racers jostled for end-of-season points and titles.

In the Women's 20km Interval Start Classic on Saturday, Diggins finished in tenth, with a time of 51:43.7. Securing first place in the event was Norwegian skier Therese Johaug secured first place with an amazing time of 49:59.9. Diggins took to social media to share a special moment of humility and gratitude with her team.

"Today, I was told that I won the World Cub Overall Globe. But that's not actually true — WE won it. Nothing is ever achieved alone. This is a team sport, and wow am I ever thankful for my team — the ones on skis with me, in the wax truck, on the sides of the trail, back home running the whole team, my amazing club, the sponsors and people supporting me, the unconditional love of friends and family, the volunteers holding my body together through injury and setbacks.

Looking back at some of Diggins' goals ahead of Trondheim 2025, she stated on Instagram, "You are not your results. Separate your self worth from the number next to your name. Your race days goals need to be about the process, not the result."

It appears as though she has continued to carry this mentality with her throughout each of her recent races, regardless of where she placed. She now stands alone, on top of nordic skiing, with the Globe. Her road this season consisted of challenges, setbacks, and glory. A painful plantar fasciitis diagnosis, endured earlier in the season, and other obstacles did not deter the skiing star - she prevailed. Her dedication and drive paid off - congratulations.

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Maria Aldrich
MARIA ALDRICH

Maria Aldrich graduated from SUNY Potsdam with a degree in Exercise Science and a minor in Wilderness Education. While earning her degrees, she learned the fundamentals of climbing, wilderness travel, and leadership in the backcountry. These skills built upon Maria's lifelong passion for the outdoors. Following graduation, she began working in the outdoor recreation field, serving individuals with disabilities to help them access outdoor pursuits including hiking, paddling, horseback riding, and snowshoeing. The following year, Maria moved to the Adirondack Mountains in New York State to continue working towards a life of adventure and writing. She has continued rock and ice climbing, hiking in the High Peaks of the Adirondacks, and paddling through various rivers while documenting her experiences through writing. When Maria isn’t adventuring in the mountains, she can be found reading a book, fishing on a shoreline, or spending time with family.

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