Cross Country Skiing
Inkki Inola Wins World Championship Bronze in Para Cross-Country Skiing – 'A Major Milestone in My Career'
February 12, 2025 / Yle
Finnish para cross-country skier Inkki Inola earned his first prestigious medal at the World Championships in Toblach by finishing third in the 10 km classical race. He described the contest as extremely challenging due to high altitude and wet track conditions, and celebrated the achievement as a long-sought milestone in his career. Inola, whose season has been on an upward trend, is set to compete in a 20 km freestyle race and is one of Finland’s few medal hopefuls ahead of the 2026 Winter Paralympics in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo.
Norwegian Skier Fined for 'Sexual Celebration' – Won World Championship Gold Ahead of Niko Anttola
February 12, 2025 / Yle
Norwegian skier Mathias Holbæk won three gold medals at the youth World Championships, including the classic mass start race in which Niko Anttola took silver. However, his celebratory gesture, described by the International Ski Federation (FIS) as 'sexual and unsporting', resulted in a fine of 250 Swiss francs. Holbæk defended his actions, stating that he found the celebration amusing and different.
First Case in 55 Years: Champion Skier Dropped from Norwegian World Championship Team – 'It’s Not Easy Being Norwegian'
February 12, 2025 / Yle
Norwegian cross-country skier Henrik Dönnestad won a 10 km classical race at a national selection event but was later dropped from the World Championship team, marking the first such occurrence in 55 years. The article outlines the harsh and demanding Norwegian selection system and compares this case with past instances of team rejections despite strong performances.
Therese Johaug Wants to Continue After the World Championships at Home
February 11, 2025 / Yle
Norwegian cross-country skiing queen Therese Johaug has returned to the competitive tracks for the current season to chase even more medals following the World Championships in Trondheim. Although her 50 km race at the Championships—originally meant to be her career finale—was expected to conclude her career, Johaug now plans to extend her competitive journey by participating in the World Cup event at Holmenkollen.
Linn Svahn makes comeback: 'Feeling good – ready to compete'
February 11, 2025 / Sveriges Radio
Swedish cross-country skiing star Linn Svahn has returned after a period of illness and recovery. While top national athletes are packing for a high-altitude training camp ahead of the World Championships in Trondheim, Svahn will instead be racing in Falun, marking an unexpected change of plans.
Aleksandr Bolšunov Competes in Italy – What You Need to Know
February 11, 2025 / Yle
Russian cross-country skiing triple Olympic champion Aleksandr Bolšunov is set to return to international competition in Italy. Competing in the 30 km Sudtirol Moonlight Classic—his first race abroad since March 2022—he is predicted by experts to be a strong contender, even without his typical peak form.
Johanna Matintalo Faces the Biggest Test of Her Rehabilitation in Falun – 'I Hope to Be Positively Surprised'
February 10, 2025 / Yle
Finnish cross-country skier Johanna Matintalo is set to return to high-level competition during the World Cup weekend in Falun. Recovering from a calf injury that forced her to withdraw from the Tour de Skin, she has adhered strictly to her rehabilitation schedule and is cautiously optimistic about her upcoming performance. Matintalo is determined to test her progress and looks forward to a race that could bolster her confidence ahead of the World Championships in Trondheim.
Johannes Hösflot Kläbo and Therese Johaug Return to the World Cup in Falun
February 10, 2025 / Yle
Top cross-country skiers Johannes Hösflot Kläbo and Therese Johaug make their comeback in Falun. Kläbo, who missed previous races in Switzerland due to illness, and Johaug, last seen during the Norwegian championships and after winning a Tour de Ski stage, are set to compete in the final World Cup event before the FIS Nordic World Championships in Trondheim.
Therese Johaug Returns – Competing in Falun
February 10, 2025 / Sveriges Radio
Norwegian cross-country skier Therese Johaug is returning to international competition after nearly a month’s absence. She will race in the 10 and 20 kilometer events at the Falun World Cup, the final event before the Ski World Championships in Trondheim. Her compatriot, Johannes Høsflot Klæbo, who has also been sidelined due to illness, is competing in all three disciplines at the meet.
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.