Familiar Faces Dominate the Podium in Cross-Country Sprint Finals at Bessans 2025
The 2025 Virtus World Nordic Skiing Championships continued with high-energy cross-country sprint races, and remarkably, the podium standings mirrored those from the opening day. In a thrilling display of consistency and elite performance, the same champions once again emerged victorious, proving their dominance in the snow-covered tracks of Bessans.

Podium finishers of Men’s II1 Sprint (L) and Women’s II1 Sprint (R). Photo Credit: Geoffrey Wahlen
Volegov Ivan, competing under a neutral banner, again showcased his supremacy in the II1 category, storming to victory in the men’s sprint final. With another stellar performance, he secured his second gold medal of the championship. His teammate, Sorokin Aleksandr, continued to challenge for the top spot, securing silver once again. France’s Dubois Titouan repeated his strong showing, claiming bronze and giving the host nation another reason to celebrate.
Guber Irina delivered another commanding performance, taking home her second gold medal in the II1 women’s sprint final. Kashevarova Alina once again followed in second place, proving her consistency at the highest level. France’s Petitnicolas Manon stepped onto the podium with a well-earned bronze, adding another medal to the host nation’s tally.

Podium finishers for Men’s II2 Sprint (L) and Men’s II3 (R). Photo Credit: Geoffrey Wahlen
Colomby Clement cemented his place as the top athlete in the II2 category, repeating his success from the opening day with another gold medal. Italy’s Kostenr Tobia Maria and Oltolina Mattia once again claimed silver and bronze, maintaining their spots on the podium in an intense battle for positioning.
France’s Richard Clement, the sole competitor in the II3 category, added yet another gold to his collection, continuing his remarkable championship run.
As the championships progress, all eyes remain on these remarkable competitors, who continue to raise the bar in Virtus Nordic skiing.
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Stay tuned for more thrilling action from Bessans 2025 as the world’s best para-athletes continue to battle for glory on the snow-covered tracks!