The International Ski Federation (FIS) is introducing the “hurricane start”.
This winter will bring the newest format in FIS’ attempt to modernize the Cross-Country sport. The Nordic Combined discipline is yet again (they also introduced the Team Sprint Relay) trying out a new start format, named “hurricane” after the shape the skiers line up inside the stadium.
 will give a 6-meter distance penalty when starting the Cross-Country race.</p>
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