Cross Country Skiing
Frida Karlsson Announces Her Final Race
September 30, 2024 / Eurosport
Frida Karlsson, the 27-year-old Swedish cross-country skier, has announced her retirement plans after the 2026/2027 season, marking Ski-VM in Falun as her last international championship. Inspired by Charlotte Kalla’s farewell at her home turf, Karlsson aims to conclude her career in Sollefteå, where the Swedish Championship will be held in 2027.
Mathias Fredriksson Backs Therese Johaug in Comeback: 'She Doesn't Need to Be at Her Best'
September 29, 2024 / SVT Sport
Therese Johaug, the Norwegian cross-country skiing champion, makes her comeback this winter after a two-year absence. Mathias Fredriksson believes that, despite not being at her peak, Johaug will still dominate this season and emerge victorious in many competitions, especially at the World Championships in Trondheim.
Ongoing Exclusion of Russian and Belarusian Cross-Country Skiers
September 27, 2024 / Eurosport
The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) has decided to maintain the exclusion of Russian and Belarusian cross-country skiers from the World Cup. This decision also impacts ski jumpers, alpine skiers, and Nordic combined athletes from these nations. The ban has been in effect since the invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, and officials express satisfaction with the continuation of this policy.
Emma Ribom: Overcoming Challenges on the Road to Recovery
September 27, 2024 / Eurosport
Emma Ribom, a top cross-country skier from Sweden, expresses her frustrations over a challenging training summer due to an injury. Despite recent struggles, she's looking forward to competing in the upcoming World Championships in Trondheim.
Ulricehamn Loses 2024 World Cup Hosting Spot to Cogne
September 27, 2024 / SVT Sport
Ulricehamn will not host a World Cup competition this winter as Cogne, Italy, has been selected to fill the vacant event slot on January 31-February 2, 2025. This decision follows the withdrawal of Nove Mesto as the organizer, marking Cogne's return to hosting a World Cup event for the first time since 2019.
Ulricehamn Passes on World Cup Hosting
September 27, 2024 / Sveriges Radio
Ulricehamn had hoped to host a World Cup weekend for cross-country skiing, scheduled for January 31 to February 2. However, the International Ski Federation has decided to grant hosting rights to Cogne in northwestern Italy instead.
Russian and Belarusian Skiers Barred from World Cup Events
September 27, 2024 / Sveriges Radio
This winter, no Russian or Belarusian skiers will be allowed to compete in the World Cup, as announced by the International Ski Federation during a meeting in Switzerland. The ban remains in place due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, reflecting strong support from Swedish authorities to maintain the exclusion of these athletes.
Disagreement Looms Before Cross-Country Skiing Season: Potential Changes on the Horizon
September 26, 2024 / Eurosport
As the cross-country skiing season approaches, there is considerable disagreement regarding the technique to be used in the upcoming sprint event in Beitostølen. Despite the initial decision to use classical technique, regional teams advocate for changing to freestyle to allow for more national selection events ahead of the World Championships.
A Glimpse into Therese Johaug's Comeback Plans
September 25, 2024 / Sport1
Therese Johaug is set to make her comeback to cross-country skiing this winter, but she clarifies that her return will be limited. She will not participate in the 2026 Olympics, with her comeback ending at the World Championships in Trondheim.
Swedish Skier William Poromaa Reacts to Finland's Skiing Crisis
September 25, 2024 / Yle
William Poromaa expresses concern over the financial struggles facing the Finnish Ski Association as it approaches a new skiing season. Faced with significant losses and unexpected costs for national team athletes, he remarks on the unusual situation for a country known for its strong skiing history and hopes for improvement.
Exploring Maja Dahlqvist's Journey Through Health Challenges in Cross-country Skiing
September 25, 2024 / SVT Sport
Maja Dahlqvist discusses her puzzling health issues during the previous cross-country skiing season, where she performed well in training but struggled during competitions. Despite her challenges, she managed to secure three podium finishes in the World Cup, leaving her to reflect on the mysterious circumstances surrounding her performances.
Therese Johaug Will Not Compete in Upcoming Olympics
September 24, 2024 / Yle
Norwegian cross-country skiing star Therese Johaug has confirmed she will not compete in the upcoming Olympics in Italy in 2026. Despite her return to competitive skiing this season with a focus on the World Championships in Trondheim, she remains resolute in her decision, stating that even winning every race this season would not change her mind about the Olympics.