Norwegian champion: Bjørn Dæhlie Bjørn Dæhlie was the worlds best cross-country skier. His first gold medal was in the world cup the 9. of desember in 1989 in Salt Lake City. And all together he has 8 Olympic gold medals, 9 WC gold medals and 6 total victories in the world cup. In Norway Bjørn Dæhlie is well known because of his engagement for the children and cross-country skiing.