About Dachhiri Sherpa
Born 1969. Dachhiri Sherpa is a Nepali cross-country skier and ultramarathon runner, known for Cross-country skiing (sport), Trail running and Ultramarathon.
Dawa Dachhiri Sherpa (born November 3, 1969) is a Nepalese cross-country skier and runner who has competed since 2003. Competing in three Winter Olympics, he earned his best finish of 86th in the 15 km event at Sochi in 2014.
Skiing
At the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships 2009 in Liberec, Sherpa finished 127th in the individual sprint event while being lapped in the 30 km mixed pursuit event.
His best career finish was eighth in a 15 km event in Bulgaria in 2009.
Ultrarunning
He previously held the record for the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc, an ultramarathon held in the Alps, having completed the first edition of this race in 20h05m in 2003.
Olympic Winter Games
Rank Event Location Result 86 15 km Classic Year 2014 Sochi, RUS 55:39.3 92 15 km Free Year 2010 Vancouver, BC, CAN 44:26.5 94 15 km Classic Year 2006 Torino, ITA 56:47.1
World Championships
Rank Event Location Result 84 Event 15 km + 15 km Skiathlon Year 2013 Val di Fiemme, ITA LAP Event Sprint Classic Year 2013 Val di Fiemme, ITA DNS
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Dachhiri Sherpa?
Nepalese cross-country skier
When was Dachhiri Sherpa born?
Dachhiri Sherpa was born on 3 November 1969 in Taksindu.
What is Dachhiri Sherpa's occupation?
Dachhiri Sherpa is a cross-country skier and ultramarathon runner.
What is Dachhiri Sherpa known for?
Dachhiri Sherpa is known for Cross-country skiing (sport), Trail running and Ultramarathon.
What nationality is Dachhiri Sherpa?
Dachhiri Sherpa is Nepali.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dachhiri Sherpa. https://biography.guide/dachhiri-sherpa/
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