This weekend, the Ski Classics Pro Tour Season XVI returns after Christmas and New Year’s break with the 3 Zinnen Ski Marathon on Saturday, January 11, and La Venosta ITT Kapron-Melago on Sunday, January 12, 2025. Here is all the information you need to know ahead of the South Tyrol weekend.

3 ZINNEN SKI MARATHON

On Saturday, January 11, the 3 Zinnen Ski Marathon kicks-off 2025 and takes center stage as the third Pro Tour event of Season XVI.

Following the resounding success of the previous season and earning a prestigious top 2 spot at the coveted ‘Event of the Season’ award, the 60-kilometer long-distance race once again secures its place within the Ski Classics Pro Tour.

Self-titled the longest and hardest ski race amidst the stunning Drei Zinnen Dolomites (Three Peaks in the Dolomites), the 3 Zinnen Ski Marathon promises, for another year, a challenging course combined with breathtaking scenery.

Dolomites

Captivating spectators and athletes alike, the Dolomites proudly hold the status of a UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for their stunning beauty and ranking amongst the world’s most enchanting mountain landscapes.

The allure of these majestic peaks lies in their distinct vertical formations, ranging from striking pinnacles and towers to spires, all harmoniously neighboring a backdrop of horizontal surfaces, including ledges, crags, and plateaus. The Dolomites create a captivating spectacle by rising abruptly above expansive talus deposits and gentle foothills.

For the third event of Season XVI, expect many thrilling battles on the tracks and some splendid drama as the Pro Team athletes fight for glory in early January.

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3 Zinnen Ski Marathon – Facts

• Date: Saturday, January 11, 2025
• Location: Sexten, Italy
• Distance: 60km
• Start Times: Men 9:00 CET / Women 9:05 CET
• Elevation Gain: 794m
• Last Edition Winners: Ida Dahl (2:46:48.2) and Andreas Nygaard (2:24:13.7)
• SC Play: 3 Zinnen Ski Marathon

The 3 Zinnen Ski Marathon program, start lists, live timing, and live streaming on SC Play can be found HERE and HERE

LA VENOSTA ITT KAPRON-MELAGO

After the 3 Zinnen Ski-Marathon on Saturday, Ski Classics Season XVI moves the same weekend to Event 4, La Venosta ITT Kapron-Melago, on Sunday, January 12, 2025.

La Venosta ITT Kapron-Melago continues the weekend in Italy with a transfer from Sexten to Val Venosta for the fourth Pro Tour event Season XVI. The Südtirol weekend is the first time that Ski Classics has had two events during the same weekend in different locations but in the same region.

The ITT – Individual Time Trial features a thrilling 11-kilometer race against the clock. Pro Team athletes embark on an individual start race and strive to achieve the fastest time while navigating the challenging course.

Nestled close to the borders of Switzerland and Austria, the Venosta Valley boasts a reputation for excellent cross-country skiing tracks and favorable snow conditions.

Additionally, visitors can explore the charming neighboring towns and partake in local seasonal markets.

Having joined Ski Classics during Season X, La Venosta has consistently delivered breathtaking scenery and a glimpse into the splendors of South Tyrolian nature. Season XVI promises no less, with the ITT event poised to showcase the region’s stunning landscapes and provide memorable experiences for all involved.

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La Venosta ITT Kapron-Melago – Facts

• Date: Sunday, January 12, 2025
• Location: Val Venosta, Italy
• Distance: 11km
• Start Times: First Woman 8:30 CET / First Man 9:30 CET
• Elevation Gain: 347m
• Last Edition Winners: Ida Dahl (32:26.0) and Herman Paus (28:27.6)
• SC Play: La Venosta ITT Kapron-Melago

La Venosta ITT Kapron-Melago program, start lists, live timing, and live streaming on SC Play can be found HERE and HERE

The Ski Classics Fantasy League for Season XVI is up and running. Join the excitement of Ski Classics managing your own Fantasy Team. Win prizes throughout the season and chase the Fantasy champion title of Season XVI.

How to Play

1. Go to Ski Classics Fantasy via https://fantasy.skiclassics.com/
2. Login with your existing Fantasy account or create a new one*
3. Read through “HOW TO PLAY” to make sure you understand all the rules and new features.
4. Go to “Team Selection” and choose/buy up to 10 athletes + 2 Cubs using your starting balance of 40.000 Fantasy dollars. Check out the start lists before each event to ensure your athletes are on the start line.
5. Don’t forget to mark one of your athletes as a Team Captain!
6. Go to “Leagues” and join an existing league or create your own to compete with your friends.
7. Invite your friends and family to join you for free in an exciting battle for the win!

Have fun, and may the best ski coach win!

ALL TV CHANNELS SEASON XVI

The 3 Zinnen Ski Marathon and La Venosta ITT Kapron-Melago are just around the corner. Here is an overview of where to watch Ski Classics Pro Tour events this season.

• NRK – Norway
• SVT – Sweden
• Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) – Finland
• Sport Live – Denmark/Faroe Islands/Greenland
• Czech TV – Czech Republic
• TVP – Poland
• Servus TV – Austria/Germany/Switzerland
• beIN Sports – Canada/USA
• TRT – Turkey (highlights)
• SC Play – all countries (English commentary)

Ski Classics Pro Tour Season XVI (2024/2025)

Season XVI of the Ski Classics Pro Tour consists of 14 events across 10 event weekends in 6 countries. It started in Bad Gastein, Austria, on December 13, 2024, with the Pro Team Presentation and ends in Finnsnes, Norway, with the Ski Classics Grand Finale Summit 2 Senja on March 30, 2025.

• Event 0: Friday, December 13, 2024 –Ski Classics Pro Team Presentation XVI – Bad Gastein, Austria
• Event 1: Saturday, December 14, 2024 – Bad Gastein ITT – Sportgastein, Austria, 7km
• Event 2: Sunday, December 15, 2024 – Bad Gastein Criterium – Sportgastein, Austria, 36km
• Event 3: Saturday, January 11, 2025 – 3 Zinnen Ski Marathon – Sexten, Italy, 60km
• Event 4: Sunday, January 12, 2025 – La Venosta ITT Kapron-Melago – Val Venosta, Italy, 11km
• Event 5: Saturday, January 18, 2025 – Engadin La Diagonela – Pontresina-Zuoz, Switzerland, 55km
• Event 6: Sunday, January 26, 2025 – Marcialonga – Trentino, Italy, 70km
• Event 7: Sunday, February 9, 2025 – Jizerská50 – Bedřichov, Czech Republic, 50km
• Event 8: Saturday, February 15, 2025 – Grönklitt Criterium 61 – Orsa Grönklitt, Sweden, 61km
• Event 9: Sunday, February 16, 2025 – Grönklitt ITT – Orsa Grönklitt, Sweden, 12km
• Event 10: Sunday, March 2, 2025 – Vasaloppet – Sälen-Mora, Sweden, 90km
• Event 11: Saturday, March 15, 2025 – Birkebeinerrennet – Rena-Lillehammer, Norway, 54km
• Event 12: Saturday, March 22, 2025 – Marcialonga Bodø – Bodø, Norway, 50km
• Event 13: Saturday, March 29, 2025 – Reistadløpet – Setermoen-Bardufoss, Norway, 46km
• Event 14: Sunday, March 30, 2025 – Grand Finale Summit 2 Senja – Bardufoss-Finnsnes, Norway, 60km

More information about the Ski Classics Pro Tour can be found at skiclassics.com

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