Martin Hole

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 Year Age 15 km 30 km 50 km 4 × 10 km relay 1988 28 — 31 — —

World Championships Year Age 15 km 30 km 50 km 4 × 10 km relay 1985 25 14 — — — 1987 27 — — 11 —

World Cup Season standings Season Age Overall 1983 23 45 1985 25 18 1986 26 10 1987 27 24 1988 28 30

Individual podiums 1 podium No. Season Date Location Race Level Place1 1985–86 8 March 1986 Falun, Sweden 30 km Individual C World Cup 3rd

Team podiums 2 podiums