Cross Country Skiing
Klæbo Cleared for Falun – Johaug Returns to the World Cup
February 10, 2025 / Eurosport
Norwegian cross-country skiing stars Johannes Høsflot Klæbo and Therese Johaug are set to return to international competition. Klæbo, recovering after illness following his win in Engadin and a subsequent break in Davos, has been named to the team for the World Cup weekend in Falun, while Johaug makes her comeback ahead of the upcoming World Championships in Trondheim.
Johanna Matintalo and Anne Kyllönen Named to Finland’s Team for Falun World Cup
February 10, 2025 / Yle
The Finnish cross-country skiing World Cup continues next weekend in Falun, Sweden. The article highlights the Finnish team selection for the event – the final World Cup weekend before the World Championships in Trondheim – and notes notable comeback stories and recent successes for skiers such as Johanna Matintalo and Anne Kyllönen.
Cross-Country Skiing: Astrid Öyre Slind and Edvin Anger Go Against the Current
February 10, 2025 / SVT Sport
Swedish cross-country skiers Astrid Öyre Slind and Edvin Anger discuss their contrasting approaches during the World Cup season. While many top athletes skip several events to focus on building form for the World Championships, Anger – currently ranked second overall – competes in every World Cup weekend and believes more competitors should follow his example. National team chief Anders Byström also reflects on the necessity of missing a few events during championship seasons.
Cross-Country Skiing: Criticism of Athlete Skips in the World Cup – ‘Negative Impact’
February 10, 2025 / SVT Sport
The article discusses growing criticism over top cross-country skiers skipping multiple World Cup events. Key figures, including Swedish stars and even notable Norwegian competitors, are opting to forgo competitions to focus on training for the World Championships, which critics say undermines the spirit of the World Cup.
Jasmi Joensuu Understands Krista Pärmäkoski’s Controversial ‘Dog Solution’ – Blocks Finnish Coaches’ World Championship Selection
February 10, 2025 / Yle
Finnish cross-country skier Jasmi Joensuu, a leader in the World Cup sprint cup, has spoken out about Krista Pärmäkoski’s much-debated ‘dog solution’ for her travel arrangements during competitions. Joensuu, who relies on his own support dog Keke, emphasized his focus on sprint events for the upcoming world championships in Trondheim, despite Finnish coaches advocating for his participation in the 50 km race.
Samuelsson Aims for New Gold – With a Look Back
February 09, 2025 / SVT Play / SVT Sports
In this SVT Sports program segment, Sebastian Samuelsson reflects on his world championship gold in the mass start event in 2023 and explains how revisiting his past triumphs helps him prepare for future medal challenges. The interview, conducted in Antholz by Johan Kücükaslan, also features appearances by tennis expert Maria Strandlund Tomsvik and touches on other sports topics including mental health in elite sports.
National Team Leader Responds to SVT Expert After Tough Championship
February 09, 2025 / SVT Sport
The article discusses Sweden’s challenging performance at the junior world championships in cross-country skiing. National team leader Anders Byström explains that while the lack of medals is disappointing, the experience is crucial for future improvement, especially in longer, more demanding races.
Praised by Former Skiing Star: ‘Has Really Taken a Step’
February 09, 2025 / Sveriges Radio
The article reports on 22-year-old talent Märta Rosenberg, who clinched double gold at the U23 World Championships in cross-country skiing in Italy. The Swedish U23 team secured five medals overall, and national team coach Ida Ingemarsdotter praised Rosenberg’s significant progress.
Finnish Cross-Country Skier Ready to Step Up as Reserve, Says Head Coach
February 09, 2025 / Yle
The article profiles Finnish cross-country skier Juuso Haarala, who is currently competing at the World Championships in Trondheim but is aiming for a more prominent role. Despite showing promise in early season events, a poor result at Ruka has pushed him into the reserve pool, though he remains motivated and available for competitions.
In 2025, the Transjurassienne is Won as a Couple
February 09, 2025 / L'Équipe
In 2025, the historic Transjurassienne cross-country skiing race was won by the couple Victor Lovera and Juliette Ducordeau, who both shared their lives and their passion for skiing. Despite a lack of snow forcing organizers to shorten the course to a 40 km critérium, the event attracted over 2,500 participants and was celebrated by enthusiastic local spectators.
Cross-Country Skiing: Helen Hoffmann Wins Gold at U23 World Championships
February 08, 2025 / sportschau.de
At the U23 World Championships in cross-country skiing in Schipario, Italy, 23-year-old Helen Hoffmann from Thuringia claimed gold in the 10 km race, marking her third consecutive victory over this distance. Despite challenging weather and snow conditions that slowed down her competitors, she beat Australia’s Rosie Fordham and Canada’s Liliane Gagnon by significant margins and now looks ahead to the upcoming mixed relay.
Cross-Country Skiing: William Poromaa’s Passport Panic Ahead of World Championships – 'I Feel a Bit Ashamed'
February 08, 2025 / SVT Sport
The article reports that cross-country skier William Poromaa is facing a passport mishap just before the World Championships in Trondheim. His expired passport means he must visit the police to obtain a temporary pink passport, which he admits is a bit embarrassing. Despite this setback, Poromaa is focused on maintaining his winning mindset as he prepares for the upcoming competition.