Fosser Claims Fifth World Orienteering Gold

Despite some mistakes during the race, the 27-year-old Norwegian maintained his lead to secure victory. Fosser was also best in qualification earlier Tuesday, adding to his impressive collection of World Championship titles. sportnewz.click

The victory brings Fosser's individual gold tally to five, with previous wins on long distance in 2021, 2023, and 2025, and sprint in 2022. He also received the Egebergs Ærespris in 2025. Lukas Liland finished as the second-best Norwegian in 24th place, while Eirik Langedal Breivik was disqualified for missing control number 15.