Jessie Diggins Plans to Retire at Season’s End

The 34-year-old American cross-country star, a 2018 PyeongChang Olympic gold medalist, conveyed her plan in comments carried by the Associated Press.

Overview

The Associated Press reported on Nov. 20 that Diggins has expressed her intention to end her competitive career after the current season.
Hokkaido Shimbun Digital republished the AP report on Nov. 21 as a subscription article.
The coverage presents her decision as an intention rather than a formal retirement announcement.
The report includes no specifics on a final race, an official statement, or any retirement ceremony.
Diggins is a leading U.S. Nordic cross-country skier widely recognized for her 2018 Olympic gold.