Cross Country Skiing
Iivo Niskanen returns to competition in the French World Cup
January 12, 2025 / Yle
Iivo Niskanen is set to return to the competition trails at the World Cup events in Les Rousses, France. After a long break due to illness and absence from the Tour de Ski and national championships, he announced his participation on Instagram ahead of the event scheduled for January 17-19, 2025.
Ristomatti Hakola celebrates triple gold: "Let's see when the Norwegians come to the finish line"
January 12, 2025 / Yle
Ristomatti Hakola won the men's 20 km combined event at the Finnish championships in Imatra, completing his gold medal run after victories in the team sprint and 10 km traditional events. He expressed hope that his form would hold up as he prepares for upcoming world cup competitions, eager to see how he measures up against Norwegian competitors.
Fires Back at Klæbo: – Disrespectful and Unacceptable
January 12, 2025 / Eurosport
Gudbrand Skraastad, the head of the Norwegian Cross-Country Championships, expressed his outrage over Johannes Høsflot Klæbo's absence from the ski championship at Gåsbu. He criticized Klæbo for not competing, calling it a catastrophe for Norwegian skiing and a blow to recruitment efforts, as young skiers look up to top stars.
Vilma Ryytty Amazed by Her Finnish Championship Title – Just Two Minutes Behind at Spa Skiing Last December
January 12, 2025 / Yle
Vilma Ryytty won the 20 kilometers combined race during the Finnish Championships in Imatra, also securing silver medals in the sprint and 10 kilometers events. This victory is her first Finnish championship, and she expressed amazement at her performance, especially considering her previous placement in the same locality in December.
New Success for Stina Nilsson – Second Place in Italy
January 12, 2025 / Sveriges Radio
Stina Nilsson continues to impress in the Ski Classics circuit, finishing second in the 11-kilometer race with individual start in La Venosta, Italy. This marks a strong debut season for the 31-year-old in long-distance skiing, where she also outperformed fellow Swedish skier Jenny Larsson. On the men's side, Oskar Kardin won the race with Max Novak taking second place.
Alvar Myhlback on the Hell of a Race in Ski Classics
January 12, 2025 / SVT Sport
Alvar Myhlback finished sixth in the 11-kilometer race at La Venosta, describing the challenging conditions he faced during the event as nothing short of hellish. Competing at high altitudes and steep inclines, Myhlback stated that he experienced tremendous fatigue and difficulty during the race.
Success for Stina Nilsson in Ski Classics – takes second place
January 12, 2025 / SVT Sport
Stina Nilsson achieved a solid performance at the Ski Classics event in La Venosta, finishing in second place. This follows her impressive fourth place in the previous long race, showcasing her strong endurance and competitive spirit in the long-distance ski races.
Expert praises the importance of Antti Tuisku's example for public health – still disappointed with competition performance
January 11, 2025 / Yle
Antti Tuisku competed for the first time in the Finnish Championships, finishing 142nd in the men's 10 km classical event. Expert Kalle Lassila views Tuisku's performance as expected, believing he can improve with more competition experience.
Ski Classics: Anikken Gjerde Alnæs after Severe Injury: – Should Not Be Possible
January 11, 2025 / NRK
Anikken Gjerde Alnæs defied expectations after suffering a devastating knee injury that left her unable to bend her knee more than 90 degrees. Despite the odds, she has returned to become a competitive skier in the Ski Classics series, winning multiple events and demonstrating her resilience and dedication to the sport.
Debutant Antti Tuisku Praises the Skiing Community But Faces Difficulty: "It's a Terrible Sport"
January 11, 2025 / Yle
Skiing for the first time in the Finnish Championships, Antti Tuisku faced significant challenges, finishing in 142nd place. Despite good support from fans, he described the sport as tough, expressing surprise at the encouragement he received during the race.