Cross Country Skiing
Iivo Niskanen Furious: Harsh Accusation Against Norwegian Boss
January 31, 2025 / Yle
Cross-country skier Iivo Niskanen was disqualified from the team qualification stage after his performance in the team sprint was deemed to have used an illegal skating technique during what should have been a classical style race. Enraged by the decision – which also marked his second yellow card of the season – Niskanen took to Instagram, accusing the officials of bias and hinting at internal issues involving the former head coach Magnar Daleniin as he prepares to join the Ski Classics tour.
Jules Chappaz and Richard Jouve Second in Team Sprint at Cogne World Cup
January 31, 2025 / L'Équipe
French cross-country skiers Jules Chappaz and Richard Jouve finished second in the team sprint event at the World Cup stage in Cogne, Italy. They narrowly lost to the Norwegian duo Erik Valnes and Even Northug, while another French team finished eighth.
Jasmi Joensuu Achieves His First World Cup Victory – Praises His Loved Ones on Viaplay
January 31, 2025 / Yle
Finnish cross‐country skiers Jasmi Joensuu and Kerttu Niskanen celebrated a memorable team sprint win in the World Cup, marking Joensuu’s first victory at this level. The article highlights how Joensuu surged ahead of rivals such as Sweden’s Maja Dahlqvist and Germany’s Coletta Rydzek, and recalls the last Finnish win from 2013 featuring Aino-Kaisa Saarinen and Anne Kyllönen.
Sweden's Winning Streak Broken – Second in the Sprint Relay
January 31, 2025 / Sveriges Radio
Sweden finished second in the women's sprint relay at a World Cup event, ending a streak of five consecutive wins. Finland took first place, while Maja Dahlqvist and Johanna Hagström secured the podium finish, with the finish line action broadcast live from Conge, Italy.
Lahti Repairs Skating Rinks as Freezing Returns, but Some Ski Tracks Suffer from Lack of Snow
January 31, 2025 / Yle
The city of Lahti is set to repair its outdoor skating rinks next week as freezing temperatures return, potentially restoring the ice for skating. However, the quality of cross-country ski tracks remains uncertain due to varying snowfall, with some areas experiencing a shortage of snow.
Iivo Niskanen Was Harshly Disqualified – Head Coach Explains the Controversial Decision
January 31, 2025 / Yle
Iivo Niskanen was disqualified from the World Cup sprint event after receiving a yellow card for using skating technique in a classic style race. The head coach, Teemu Pasanen, explained that the violation occurred when one of his skis failed to transition onto the track in time and despite Finland’s protest, the decision stood, affecting team selection for the upcoming World Championships.
Delicious Opportunity for Jasmi Joensuu – Aino-Kaisa Saarinen Charges Up Finnish Expectations for the Weekend
January 31, 2025 / Yle
The article reports on the upcoming cross-country skiing World Cup weekend in Cogne, Italy, featuring pair sprint, individual sprint, and 10 km free-style races. Finnish expert Aino-Kaisa Saarinen shares her views on the medal prospects for skiers such as Iivo Niskanen, Joni Mäki, and Lauri Vuorinen, while Jasmi Joensuu looks to seize a rare sprint opportunity amid a strong national squad.
Aiming for Victory Despite Tough Conditions: 'Not a High-Altitude Skier'
January 31, 2025 / Sveriges Radio
The article reports on a World Cup cross-country skiing event in Cogne, Italy, which marks the final opportunity for an altitude competition before the upcoming World Championships in Trondheim. It highlights the challenges faced by Swedish teams in the teamsprint event, with Calle Halfvarsson (who dislikes high altitude) paired with Oskar Svensson on the men’s side and a new duo of Johanna Hagström and Maja Dahlqvist forming on the women’s side.
Sweden on the Podium in the Sprint Relay – Halfvarsson Showed Top Form
January 31, 2025 / Sveriges Radio
In the sprint relay event held in Cogne, Italy, the Swedish team claimed a podium finish by taking third place, with Calle Halfvarsson demonstrating top form. This marks his return to the World Cup podium since December 2023, when he and the Swedish men's team finished second in Gällivare.
Finland First in Team Sprint as Niskanen and Joensuu End 12-Year Wait for Win
January 31, 2025 / FIS Ski
Finland’s women made history in Cogne, Italy when Kerttu Niskanen and Jasmi Joensuu won the Women's Team Sprint Classic, ending Sweden’s four‐year winning streak. In the same event, Norway 1 claimed victory in the men’s race, setting a positive tone ahead of the upcoming FIS Nordic World Ski Championships in Trondheim.
Finland’s Big Day in the Skiing World Cup? Here Are the Strong Duos for Friday’s Team Sprint
January 30, 2025 / Yle
Finland is poised to make a splash at the upcoming skiing World Cup in Italy, beginning with a team sprint on Friday. The article details the selected skiers for both the men’s and women’s teams, highlights past medal successes, and provides the event schedule for the weekend.
Lack of Snow Strains Ski Competitions in Mikkeli – Traditional Savonia Skiing Cancelled
January 30, 2025 / Yle
Due to an unusually mild January and insufficient snow in Mikkeli, traditional skiing events have been hit hard this winter. The longstanding Savonia-hiihto, scheduled for mid-February, was cancelled for safety reasons, with registered athletes granted the right to participate in the 2026 winter season. Additionally, the regional relay event (Maakuntaviesti) is being relocated as local skiing facilities struggle with similar conditions.