February 06, 2011 (Rybinsk, Russia) – A strong Russia l men’s team anchored by Alexander Legkov came from behind on the final leg to sail in to victory in the men’s 4x10km Classic/Free Relay in Rybinsk with a 6.4s margin over second-placed Italy l followed by Germany another 25s back in third. Russia ll who were leading coming into the final 10km lap faded to 4th. The Norwegians were not on the start line as they skipped town for home after the individual sprints on Saturday.

In the women’s relay race Italy turned the tables on Russia l claiming the win as Arianna Follis overtook Olga Mikhailova on the anchor leg to grab the top spot on the podium by a comfortable 12.1s margin. Russia ll claimed the final third spot on the podium. Weak fields for the women meant Russia had four teams entered along with Italy, France and Slovenia who also fielded teams. No North Americans competed in Rybinsk.

Full women’s results HERE.
Full men’s results HERE.