Gary Keller (Japan) sent in a graph showing medal history of USA vs Norway.

He commented, "either the USA is having a tough year, or competition has become much better?  Probably a little of both, see below …

1. The left table below is for USA

2. The right table below is for Norway (currently in the lead for 2018: as of 2/16/18)"

4 spirit points for Gary (Japan).

2 bonus points for Callae (Norway).