A week of high level cross country ski racing wrapped up in Fairbanks yesterday (Sunday) with women’s and men’s marathons. As KUAC’s Dan Bross reports, the races, including 3 National Championship events, showcased the nation’s top nordic skiers, including numerous Alaskans.
Alaskan Skiers Complete Stellar Race Week In Fairbanks
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Men ready to start the 50K national championship race Sunday in the Birch Hill stadium
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Jessie Diggins celebrates her win in the women's 30 K national championship race Sunday at the Birch Hill Recreation Area
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Kikkan Randall holds son Breck after racing to second place in the women's 30k Sunday at Birch Hill
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Chelsea Holmes slows down after crossing the finish line in 3rd place in the women's 30K Sunday at Birch Hill
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Scott Patterson on his way to a dominant win in the men's 50K race Sunday at Birch Hill
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Brian Gregg gets a hug from wife Kaitlin Gregg after finishing the 50K in 2nd place
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Eric Packer celebrates his 3rd place finish in the men's 50K Sunday at Birch Hill
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