Cross Country Skiing
Oskar Kardin wins La Venosta – double Swedish victory on the podium
January 12, 2024 / SVT Sport
Oskar Kardin achieved victory at the 11-kilometer La Venosta race, marking a significant success for Sweden against Norwegian competition, with Max Novak finishing second. This comes after a string of Norwegian successes in previous events, demonstrating a shift in dominance. Kardin's time was 32:42.3, narrowly ahead of Novak by just 4.1 seconds, promising a strong season ahead for the Swedish skier.
Favourites fire in first of season’s Team Sprints in Davos
January 08, 2024 / FIS
The season's first Team Sprints in Davos saw Sweden's women and Norway's men dominate in a thrilling competition. Emma Ribom and Jonna Sundling delivered a stellar performance for team Sweden, while Johannes Klaebo led Norway to victory in the men's race, showcasing their strong sprinting capabilities.
World Cup in Cross-Country Skiing 2023/24: Schedule and Swedish Participants
January 08, 2024 / SVT Sport
The article provides details about the World Cup in cross-country skiing for the 2023/24 season, which commenced in Ruka, Finland and will conclude with the final in Falun, Sweden. It includes information on the schedule for upcoming races and the Swedish athletes participating, such as Frida Karlsson, Linn Svahn, and others.
The French Team Tops After an Exceptional Tour de Ski
January 07, 2024 / L'Équipe
The French cross-country ski team has achieved a historic Tour de Ski with three victories and seven podium finishes, including Hugo Lapalus finishing third overall. This outstanding performance highlights the team's exceptional talent and potential as they continue their competitive season.
Tour de Ski: Jules Lapierre Wins Mass Start at Val di Fiemme, Hugo Lapalus Finishes Third Overall
January 07, 2024 / L'Équipe
Jules Lapierre claimed victory in the mass start at Val di Fiemme during the Tour de Ski, with his teammate Hugo Lapalus securing third place in both the event and overall classification. This marks a significant achievement for the French team, highlighting their rising prominence in the sport of cross-country skiing.
Tour de Ski: Delphine Claudel 3rd in mass start at Val di Fiemme, general title for Jessie Diggins
January 07, 2024 / L'Équipe
Delphine Claudel delivered an impressive performance in the mass-start 10 km race at Val di Fiemme, securing third place. The race was won by Sophia Laukli, while Jessie Diggins clinched the overall Tour de Ski title.
Delphine Claudel finishes sixth in the 15 km at Val di Fiemme World Cup
January 06, 2024 / L'Équipe
Delphine Claudel achieved a remarkable sixth-place finish in the 15 km classical event during the World Cup in Val di Fiemme, Italy. The race was won by Swedish skier Linn Svahn, with Claudel continuing to demonstrate her consistent performance this season by securing another spot in the top ten.
Tour de Ski
January 06, 2024 / Yle.fi
The article discusses the Tour de Ski event, including highlights from the competition and notable athletes like Kerttu Niskanen, who has made headlines for her exceptional performance. The piece also touches on various elements surrounding the event, including controversies and athlete experiences.
Erik Valnes Wins the 15 km Race in Val di Fiemme; Hugo Lapalus and Rémi Bourdin Finish in Top 10
January 06, 2024 / L'Équipe
Norwegian skier Erik Valnes claimed victory in the 15 km classic race in Val di Fiemme, part of the World Cup circuit. French competitors Hugo Lapalus and Rémi Bourdin finished 8th and 9th respectively, contributing to a strong performance for France in the event.
Norwegian sweep in the classic pursuit in Davos, Chanavat far behind
January 04, 2024 / L'Équipe
Lucas Chanavat, who won the sprint in Davos the previous day, finished a disappointing 59th place in the 20km classic pursuit, well behind the leading Norwegian skiers who achieved a trifecta victory in the event.
Kerttu Niskanen wins the classic style pursuit in Davos
January 04, 2024 / L'ÉQUIPE
Kerttu Niskanen secured victory in the classic style pursuit race in Davos, completing the 20 km course in 1h12'00''. She outpaced American skiers Rosie Brennan and Jessie Diggins, the latter taking the overall lead in the Tour de Ski standings after this race.
Linn Svahn named Sportswoman of the Year in Jämtland County
January 02, 2024 / SVT Nyheter
Linn Svahn has been honored as the Sportswoman of the Year in Jämtland County for 2024, making her the first to receive this award twice. She achieved great success in the 2023/2024 season, securing second place in the overall World Cup and winning the sprint cup, despite previous setbacks in her career.