Skidskytte: Emil Nykvist Tackade Nej till Landslaget: ”Ett Svårt Beslut”

Emil Nykvist, a 28-year-old biathlete, has announced that he will not join the Swedish national biathlon team for the upcoming season, stating it was a tough decision to make. He emphasizes that family and personal well-being were significant factors in this choice. Nykvist intends to train on his own, believing this customized approach will help him perform better in competitions.

During the announcement, he shared his thoughts with SVT Sport, explaining how he prefers to set up his training at home rather than being based in Östersund with the national team, indicating that he believes staying close to his family will help him ski faster this winter.

Nykvist mentioned that while it was hard to turn down a national team position, he feels positive about the new training plan he will be following, as it is tailored to his needs. This new setup will allow him to participate in more adventurous workouts, which he believes will enhance his growth as an athlete.

Landslagets Sommarläger 2025/2026

Team members include:
Ladies:
- Anna Magnusson
- Elvira Öberg
- Hanna Öberg
- Johanna Skottheim

Men:
- Anton Ivarsson
- Jesper Nelin
- Martin Ponsiluoma
- Sebastian Samuelsson

This decision by Nykvist is a significant one for his career as he shifts focus to personal goals rather than team obligations, aiming to excel in individual competition.