The Zalaris Norseman Xtreme Triathlon and World Championship in xtreme triathlon might appear less daunting this year, with calm waters, pleasant temperatures in Eidfjord, and a breathtaking sunset. However, don’t be deceived, Mount Gausta remains as unforgiving as ever.

Nothing is ever straightforward in the mountains – and if competitors in the 20th anniversary Zalaris Norseman race thought they were in for an easy ride, they quickly learned that wasn’t to be the case.

Raw emotions, tough conditions and an incredible new course record at Norseman 2022

– Undoubtedly, the hardest thing I have ever done, says Jon Breivold, who was the fastest in today’s Norseman. Julie Aspesletten ensured Norwegian victory amongst the women.

For the first time since 2003 there was no Norseman race this summer. This year we faced a barrier we were unable to overcome.

These are the results for Isklar Norseman Xtreme Triathlon and the XTRI World Championships.