The golden trail

Franco Nones made history in 1968 by becoming the first non-Scandinavian to win Olympic gold in cross-country skiing. Born in Val di Fiemme, Italy, he began his athletic career as a cyclist ... Read allFranco Nones made history in 1968 by becoming the first non-Scandinavian to win Olympic gold in cross-country skiing. Born in Val di Fiemme, Italy, he began his athletic career as a cyclist before switching to skiing, where he quickly dominated national competitions. Despite bein... Read allFranco Nones made history in 1968 by becoming the first non-Scandinavian to win Olympic gold in cross-country skiing. Born in Val di Fiemme, Italy, he began his athletic career as a cyclist before switching to skiing, where he quickly dominated national competitions. Despite being an underdog against the Nordic powerhouses, his determination and skill led him to victo... Read all