How Norway Produces "Superathletes"

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How does a tiny country like Norway produce some of the world’s best athletes? From Haaland in football to Magnus Carlsen in chess, Norway’s success goes way beyond winter sports. It’s not just about wealth—there’s something deeper at play, including a document unlike anything else in the world. We break down how this small nation became a giant in the world of sports!

Check out the full video by @memeabledata about the relative age effect:
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⏱ Timestamps
00:00 What country has the best athletes?
01:05 Show me the money!?
02:24 Time, Place and the Relative Age Effect
05:10 Video Sponsor: Opera
06:25 Norway's Masterplan: No jerks allowed
08:19 The Norwegian Training Method
10:11 The Future

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