Cross Country Skiing
Cross-Country Skiing: Bad Weather Awaits at the World Championships: 'It's Going to Be a Battle'
March 01, 2025 / SVT Sport
The World Championships in Trondheim are facing rainy and challenging weather conditions, which may lead to difficult racing tracks. Competitors such as Calle Halfvarsson and Edvin Anger express concerns over the conditions but are determined to perform well regardless of the challenges.
Längdskidor: Drömmen slog in för Lindström – debuterar i Vasaloppet
March 01, 2025 / SVT Sport
Louise Lindström is set to debut in the Vasaloppet, achieving her dream after many years in the sport and competing in various categories. Previously a junior world champion, she shares her excitement and aspirations ahead of the legendary race, including a recent strong performance in the Tjejvasan.
Petter Northug's Provocation to Today's Stars – Replies from Martin Johnsrud Sundby
March 01, 2025 / NRK
In an engaging discussion, Petter Northug criticizes current athletes for avoiding altitude training despite its known benefits for endurance. Northug, alongside Martin Johnsrud Sundby, shares insights from their experiences and addresses the varied responses to altitude training among today’s athletes, particularly focusing on the upcoming World Championships in Trondheim.
Cross-Country Skiing: Jens Burman's Words about the Nightmare: 'Fantastic'
March 01, 2025 / SVT Sport
Jens Burman faced a nightmare scenario during his skiathlon at the World Championships, falling just three kilometers into the race, effectively ending his chances. Despite the mishap, he expressed his determination to continue competing and described the experience as 'fantastic'.
Tears of Jan Thomas Jenssen: “I’ve dreamt of doing like Petter Northug”
March 01, 2025 / SVT Sport
Jan Thomas Jenssen broke down in tears after narrowly missing out on a medal at the World Championships in Trondheim, finishing just a fraction behind the bronze. Reflecting on his experience, he expressed deep pride in competing in front of family and friends at his hometown venue, despite the disappointment of coming fourth.
Norwegian Team Celebrates Double Victory Amidst German Protest
March 01, 2025 / NRK
The Norwegian team celebrated a double victory in the Ski World Championships, but chaos erupted as the German team filed a protest regarding the event. Jarl Magnus Riiber secured gold, while concern arose over Jens Lurås Oftebro's position during the final moments of the race, leading to a protest ultimately deemed invalid by the race jury.
Local hero Klaebo claims 10th gold at Nordic World Championships
February 28, 2025 / TownLift, Park City News
Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo made history by winning his 10th gold medal at the FIS Nordic Ski World Championships in Trondheim. The event witnessed overwhelming support from over 25,000 fans, marking its first return to Norway since 2011. Klaebo's victory in the men's Sprint Freestyle adds to his impressive legacy in cross-country skiing.
Frida Karlsson on Linn Svahn: 'She really felt bad'
February 28, 2025 / Sveriges Radio
Frida Karlsson discusses her friend Linn Svahn's recent departure from the Ski World Championships due to a concussion. Initially, Svahn laughed about her condition, but later that evening, her situation worsened significantly, leading to her withdrawal from the competition.
Pogostan hiihto perutaan lumipulan takia
February 28, 2025 / Yle
The Pogostan Ski Event in Ilomantsi, Finland, has been canceled this year due to a lack of snow. Although 200 participants had registered, the organizers determined that the conditions were not adequate to hold the event properly.
Sweden Competes in Skiathlon at the World Championships
February 28, 2025 / Sveriges Radio
This weekend, Sweden will compete in the skiathlon events at the World Ski Championships. The men's race on Saturday will feature William Poromaa, Jens Burman, Calle Halfvarsson, and Edvin Anger, while the women's race on Sunday will include Frida Karlsson, Ebba Andersson, Moa Ilar, Jonna Sundling, and Emma Ribom.
Iivo and Kerttu Niskanen: Interesting Revelations from Kalle Lassila
February 28, 2025 / Yle
Yle's expert Kalle Lassila shared intriguing insights regarding Iivo and Kerttu Niskanen amidst rumors surrounding their participation in the Nordic World Ski Championships 2025. Iivo, impacted by an influenza illness, may not compete, potentially leaving Kerttu to continue representing Finland alone in the upcoming events.
Johaug puts the favoritism on Karlsson: "It is frightening"
February 28, 2025 / Sveriges Radio
In the lead-up to the skiathlon at the World Ski Championships, Therese Johaug has named Frida Karlsson as a major competitor and gold favorite. Johaug emphasized the impressive performance Karlsson displayed in Les Rousses, which she finds intimidating.