Cross Country Skiing
Iivo Niskanen Rages at Norwegian and Kerttu Niskanen Angers Swede Amid Skiing Controversy
February 01, 2025 / Yle
During the Cogne World Cup event, Finnish skier Iivo Niskanen was disqualified in the men's team sprint after receiving his second yellow card for using an illegal skating technique. The controversy has sparked heated reactions, with coach Teemu Pasanen and Niskanen questioning the judges’ decision while Kerttu Niskanen’s victory in the women’s race incited anger from Swedish competitor Johanna Hagström.
Johanna Hagström disqualified in the sprint: 'Can laugh about it'
February 01, 2025 / Sveriges Radio
Cross-country skier Johanna Hagström believed she had advanced to the semifinals of the World Cup sprint in Italy, but was disqualified after the quarterfinals. In an audio clip, she describes the situation with humor, addressing the disqualification.
Trondheim Ski Worlds Claims to be the Most Sustainable Ever – Amid Rising Air Travel and Criticism
February 01, 2025 / NRK
The article discusses the ambitious sustainability initiatives of the upcoming Ski World Championships in Trondheim, which is being touted as the most sustainable ever. While the organizers highlight measures such as using wood briquettes for heating VIP tents to cut CO₂ emissions, critics point to the significant air travel associated with the event and question the lack of transparent documentation of their environmental claims.
Trondheim Ski World Championships Claim to Be the Most Sustainable Ever – But Flight Emissions Are Under Fire
February 01, 2025 / NRK
The article discusses the ambitious sustainability measures undertaken by the organizers of the Ski World Championships in Trondheim, including the use of wood briquettes for heating VIP tents and the promotion of greener transport options. Despite these initiatives, critics warn that the increasing number of flight journeys, which account for the majority of emissions, undermines the claim of being the most sustainable event ever.
Cross-Country Skiing: Talent's Monster Qualifier – Through to Quarterfinals: 'I Knew It'
February 01, 2025 / SVT Sport
Swedish cross-country skiers delivered impressive performances in a sprint qualifier in Cogne, Italy. Young talent Anton Grahn, finishing third, secured his spot in the quarterfinals alongside teammates Edvin Anger, Måns Skoglund, and Johan Häggström, while four Swedish women, led by Maja Dahlqvist, advanced on the ladies’ side.
Will Finland's Winning Streak Continue on Saturday? Expert Expects Jasmi Joensuu’s Breakaway to Force Others to Hurry
February 01, 2025 / Yle
Finnish cross-country skiers Kerttu Niskanen and Jasmi Joensuu clinched a rare team sprint World Cup victory in Cogne, Italy, continuing Finland's strong performance since their last win in 2013. Expert Aino-Kaisa Saarinen praised Joensuu’s powerful anchoring effort and highlighted the tough competition ahead at the World Championships in Trondheim, noting that even a strict judging line can be beneficial if enforced early.
Anger goes against his own plan: 'Should have skipped it...'
February 01, 2025 / Sveriges Radio
Edvin Anger, originally planning to skip the weekend, is standing on the start line for the sprint event at the World Cup in Italian Cogne. He voices his disappointment that some competitors do not prioritize the World Cup, which he finds unfortunate for the sport.
King of Cogne Valnes wins second Sprint in two days: 'I really enjoy it here'
February 01, 2025 / FIS Cross-Country
Norwegian skier Erik Valnes secured his sixth individual Coop FIS World Cup victory by winning the Men's Sprint Classic in Cogne, Italy. This win, following a Team Sprint Classic victory with Even Northug, helped complete an all-Norwegian podium and boosted his ranking in the sprint standings ahead of the overall leader, Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo.
Dahlqvist Claims First World Cup Victory Since 2021 with 'Win or Die' Sprint
February 01, 2025 / FIS Ski
Sweden’s Maja Dahlqvist secured her first individual Coop FIS Cross-Country World Cup win in over three years by winning the Women’s Sprint Classic in Cogne, Italy. The victory, achieved with a determined 'win or die' attitude during the final stretch, comes ahead of the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships in her new hometown of Trondheim, and highlights strong performances by her training partner and competitors.
Swedish Skier Demands Penalty for Kerttu Niskanen – Finnish Winner Surprised in Interview
January 31, 2025 / Yle
In an incident during the Cogna sprint relay in Italy, Swedish cross‐country skier Johanna Hagström expressed her frustration over Finnish skier Kerttu Niskanen’s decision to switch tracks in the final lap. Niskanen, who was unaware of the controversy during the race, later explained that she changed course to follow her team’s fastest competitor, while her teammate Jasmi Joensuu celebrated their victory.
Cross-Country Skiing: National Team for World Championships Finalized – ‘It Will Take Something Extraordinary’
January 31, 2025 / SVT Sport
The Swedish cross-country skiing national team’s selection for the World Championships has been largely finalized. National team chief Anders Byström explains that only athletes with extraordinary results will secure a spot, with four names—Ebba Andersson, Frida Karlsson, Jonna Sundling, and Johanna Hagström—already announced and the remainder to be revealed during the SM-week in Borås.
Kerttu Niskanen's Performance Indicated a Rare Victory – Jasmi Joensuu Revealed His Morning Thoughts
January 31, 2025 / Yle
In Italy’s Cogne, Finnish cross-country skiers Jasmi Joensuu and Kerttu Niskanen clinched a surprising win in the dual sprint, with Joensuu celebrating his first World Cup victory and Niskanen marking her first sprint win in the series. The pair triumphed over strong teams from Sweden and Germany, and they are now setting their sights on the upcoming World Championships in Trondheim.