Cross Country Skiing
Stadlober Strong Sixth Over 20 Km in Davos!
December 15, 2024 / Krone
Teresa Stadlober achieved a strong sixth-place finish in the 20 km classical race at the World Cup in Davos. She finished 1:39.1 minutes behind the winner, Astrid Oeyre Slind of Norway, and expressed satisfaction with her performance after a difficult course.
”A Bit Tragic That We Only Have Two at the Starting Line”
December 15, 2024 / Sveriges Radio
The article discusses the disappointment expressed by Torgny Mogren, a ski expert, regarding the low number of Swedish female skiers participating in the World Cup event in Davos, where only Sofia Henriksson and Moa Ilar competed. This situation highlighted issues in Swedish women's skiing and allowed for Norwegian athletes to dominate the race.
Astrid Øyre Slind secures first World Cup victory, beating Johaug with a strong finish
December 15, 2024 / Eurosport
Astrid Øyre Slind claimed her maiden World Cup victory by winning the 20 km classic race in Davos, Switzerland, overcoming Therese Johaug, who finished third. Slind showcased her strength in the final stretch, while Johaug led the race for the majority but lost time towards the end.
Kerttu Niskanen Pulls Off a Huge Surprise by Defeating Therese Johaug – Krista Pärmäkoski Reveals Major Drama
December 15, 2024 / Yle
Kerttu Niskanen finished second in the 20km interval start race in Davos, narrowly beating Norwegian star Therese Johaug. Despite facing tough competition, Niskanen expressed relief at making it to the podium, while Krista Pärmäkoski recounts her eventful race and overcoming challenges.
Hugo Lapalus earns podium for France with third place in 20 km Davos
December 15, 2024 / L'Équipe
Hugo Lapalus secured a podium finish for the French team, placing third in the individual 20 km race at Davos. This marks a significant achievement, following teammate Lucas Chanavat's second place in the sprint race, highlighting a successful weekend for French cross-country skiing.
Iivo Niskanen Surprised by His Performance in Winning Battle – Teases Norwegian Rival about His Family
December 15, 2024 / Yle
Iivo Niskanen finished second in the World Cup 20 km traditional race in Davos, with Norwegian Martin Löwström Nyenget taking the victory. Niskanen expressed disappointment with his performance despite initially leading and noted the change in conditions during the race.
Martin Løwstrøm Nyenget Shows Great Form – Wins 20km in Davos
December 15, 2024 / Eurosport
Martin Løwstrøm Nyenget showcased excellent form, winning the 20-kilometer classic race at the World Cup in Davos, Switzerland. This victory marks his second World Cup triumph of the season, following an earlier win in Lillehammer. Nyenget finished 13.1 seconds ahead of Finnish competitor Iivo Niskanen, cementing his status as a top athlete in this season's events.
Bjørgen Praises Sundling: 'She is a Beast'
December 15, 2024 / Sveriges Radio
Marit Bjørgen, the Norwegian ski legend, has praised Jonna Sundling after both athletes showcased their exceptional skills in the World Cup sprint event in Davos. Bjørgen highlighted Sundling as the best sprinter currently, while Johannes Hösflot Klæbo humorously suggested she might be placed in the men's category due to her remarkable performance.
Mogren on Sundling's Choice: "Chance to Win the World Cup is Gone"
December 15, 2024 / Sveriges Radio
Torgny Mogren, a skiing expert, criticizes Jonna Sundling's decision to skip the Tour de Ski, stating it diminishes her chance of winning the overall World Cup. Mogren emphasizes that Sundling, after a recent sprint victory, was a strong contender but has now thrown away a prime opportunity to secure the title that has never been won by a Swedish female skier.
Norway’s Nyenget makes his move with 20km Classic victory in Davos
December 15, 2024 / FIS
Martin Loewstroem Nyenget secured a significant victory in the 20km Classic race at the FIS World Cup in Davos, Switzerland, showcasing impeccable pacing and resilience. This marks Nyenget's fourth individual World Cup win, and he now leads the distance standings ahead of the upcoming World Championships in Trondheim.
Slind beats Niskanen and Johaug to claim first World Cup win in Davos 20km
December 15, 2024 / FIS
Astrid Oeyre Slind celebrated her first World Cup victory in Davos, defeating renowned competitors Therese Johaug and Kerttu Niskanen. Despite her long break from the Norwegian team, Slind showcased exceptional pacing to clinch the Women's 20km Pursuit Classic title, highlighting her remarkable comeback.
Cross-country skier Stina Nilsson fights her way to the podium: "It was so much fun!"
December 15, 2024 / SVT Sport
Stina Nilsson secured a third-place finish in her first Ski Classics race, demonstrating impressive determination as she climbed from fifth place to the podium in Bad Gastein's 36km event. Her performance was marked by a strong final lap, reflecting her excitement and fulfillment in making this transition to long-distance skiing.