Martin Hole (28 July 1959 – 20 February 2024) was a Norwegian cross-country skier. He competed internationally in the 1980s, representing Norway in the world cup, two world championships, and one Olympics. He was twice national champion.

Life and career

Hole was born in Geilo, and represented the club Geilo IL. He competed at the 1988 Winter Olympics in Calgary.

He won two Norwegian championships; 15 km in 1985 and 30 km in 1986. He competed at the 1985 and 1986 world championships, in addition to the 1988 Winter Olympics. His best world championship result was placing 11th in 50 km. He achieved one individual podium result in the world cup, a third place in 1986.

Hole died from cancer on 20 February 2024, at the age of 64.

Cross-country skiing results

All results are sourced from the International Ski Federation (FIS).

Olympic Games

YearAge15 km30 km50 km4 × 10 km relay
19882831

World Championships

YearAge15 km30 km50 km4 × 10 km relay
19852514
19872711

World Cup

Season standings

SeasonAgeOverall
19832345
19852518
19862610
19872724
19882830

Individual podiums

  • 1 podium
No.SeasonDateLocationRaceLevelPlace
11985–868 March 1986Sweden Falun, Sweden30 km Individual CWorld Cup3rd

Team podiums

  • 2 podiums
No.SeasonDateLocationRaceLevelPlaceTeammates
11984–8517 March 1985Norway Oslo, Norway4 × 10 km RelayWorld Cup3rdMikkelsplass / Ulvang / Aunli
21985–869 March 1986Sweden Falun, Sweden4 × 10 km Relay FWorld Cup2ndMonsen / Ulvang / Mikkelsplass

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