Norway one-two in Nordic Combined

Mikko Kokslien led Norway to a one-two in the Nordic Combined World Cup stage in Oberstdorf on Sunday, by winning a thrilling finish ahead of compatriot Magnus Moan.

Germany’s Bjoern Kircheisen placed third.

However, France’s Jason Lamy Chappuis, who finished in seventh on Sunday, retains his overall lead in the world rankings.

(NRK/Aftenposten)

Monday, 09 January 2012 07:38

Written by Rolleiv Solholm

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