Retired Olympic superstar Jessie Diggins wins her first-ever 100 mile trail race

MPR News | By Daniel Kraker

Published September 17, 2026 at 4:00 PM EDT

This spring Jessie Diggins retired as one of America's most successful winter Olympic athletes at age 34. She's relaxing by entering 100-mile trail running races and navigating what comes next.

Daniel Kraker

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