Cross Country Skiing
Längdskidor: Therese Johaugs nya besked: OS-drömmen har blivit mer sannolik
April 09, 2025 / SVT Sport
Therese Johaug, a prominent figure in cross-country skiing, has recently revised her outlook on participating in the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. Initially expressing a 99% certainty of retirement, she now admits her chances of competing have increased.
Finland's skiing federation financial situation is not optimal, admits head coach - expert demands commitment
April 07, 2025 / Yle
Urheilustudio dives into the upcoming summer training plans for cross-country skiing. Head coach Teemu Pasanen acknowledges that the situation for summer training is not ideal, especially following illnesses and injuries. Despite this, there is optimism surrounding Finland's chances for upcoming competitions, especially after performances at national championships.
Cross-Country Skier Therese Johaug Opens Door for 2026 Olympics in Milan Cortina: "It Would Be Fun"
April 07, 2025 / SVT Sport
Therese Johaug expresses interest in participating in the 2026 Olympics in Milan Cortina, reminiscing that it would be enjoyable to compete at an Olympic event in Europe after previously stating her comeback was meant for just one season. She hints at the possibility while discussing her future plans on Norwegian television.
Swedish cross-country national team parts ways with coach Andreas Domeij
April 07, 2025 / SVT Sport
The Swedish cross-country national team has announced the departure of coach Andreas Domeij ahead of the upcoming season. Despite the team's recent successes at the World Championships, team management cited a need for change as the reason for the decision.
Vilma Nissinen was significantly affected by Kerttu Niskanen's actions in the Finnish Championships
April 06, 2025 / Yle
Kerttu Niskanen dominated the Finnish Championships in the 30-kilometer freestyle event, assisting Vilma Ryyty in securing silver while affecting Vilma Nissinen's chances of a better finish. As a result of the race dynamics, Nissinen lost her overall cup position, which was disappointing for her.
Ministry Recovers €154,000 in Funding from the Lahti World Cup Organizers
April 06, 2025 / Yle
The Ministry of Education and Culture has decided to recover €154,000 in funding from the organizers of the Lahti World Cup due to financial discrepancies linked to the event. Originally, funding granted in 2022 was intended to cover event costs, but a profit was reported, leading to the decision to reclaim part of the assistance.
Ski Federation Still Has Significant Gaps to Fill – Athlete Requests Partially Met
April 06, 2025 / Yle
The Finnish Ski Federation's financial situation is better than a year ago, but many challenges remain. This summer's training camps are more organized than those of the previous year, and athletes express hopes for increased collaborative training.
Background of Finland's teenage skiing sensation includes a humble policeman – "Keeping feet on the ground with a low profile"
April 05, 2025 / Yle
This article highlights Olivia Puranen, a teen sensation in Finnish skiing, and her coach Timo Salminen, a dedicated policeman. It discusses Puranen's remarkable potential and recent achievements in competitive skiing as she transitions into the national spotlight.
Joni Mäki repeats last year's trick - Ristomatti Hakola's shouting made him chuckle
April 05, 2025 / Yle
Joni Mäki led Pohti SkiTeam to victory in the men's 4 x 10 km relay at the Finnish Championships in Taivalkoski, successfully repeating his previous year's success. Despite a strong attempt by Jämin Jänne's Markus Vuorela, Mäki showcased his skills in the final stretch with a strong finishing kick. The team also secured the overall victory in the relay season.
Petteri Koivisto takes Finnish championship gold and sets ambitious Olympic goals
April 04, 2025 / Yle
Petteri Koivisto unexpectedly won the Finnish championship in cross-country skiing, announcing his aims for the upcoming Olympics. Despite battling health issues during the season, Koivisto is confident in his ability to achieve better results as he prepares for the next competitions.
Weather Surprises Kerttu Niskanen in Taivalkoski - Suvi Minkkinen Just Misses SM Medal
April 04, 2025 / Yle
Kerttu Niskanen claimed the women's 5 km freestyle championship at Taivalkoski, defeating Jasmi Joensuu and Vilma Nissinen. Suvi Minkkinen finished in fourth place, just shy of medaling. The race faced tricky weather conditions, which added to its challenge.
Miro Karppanen claims SM gold in 50 km race with a dominant performance: "Started a bit too fast..."
April 04, 2025 / Yle
Miro Karppanen of Imatran Urheilijat won the Finnish Championship gold in the men's 50 km freestyle race at Taivalkoski. With a substantial lead of 1 minute and 15 seconds, he secured his first national title, while Remi Lindholm took silver and Petteri Koivisto bronze. Dominant performances were also noted in other categories, including the women's 30 km race and the men's relay events. The championships highlighted the exceptional talents in Finnish cross-country skiing as several athletes excelled throughout the weekend.