Jessie Diggins fell during her final career race in Lake Placid. The 34-year-old was competing in the 20-kilometer freestyle mass start when she reportedly fell in a downhill section. After getting back up, she finished twelfth.
Despite the fall, Diggins was celebrated after the race with champagne and accolades from friends and colleagues. She ended her cross-country skiing career by winning the overall World Cup for the fourth time. Jonna Sundling won the race ahead of Linn Svahn.
According to unconfirmed reports, Diggins was visibly emotional on the start line, with tears and sending kisses to the audience before the race began.