Russian women's ski star edges closer to historic first

Russian cross-country skier Natalia Nepryaeva is on the verge of an historic first for her country

Russia's Natalia Nepryaeva claimed a second successive Tour de Ski stage win as she edged closer to becoming the first women from her homeland to win the prestigious title.

Nepryaeva powered to victory in the 10km mass start classic in Val di Fiemme, Italy, on Monday to retain the overall lead