Myhlback’s Olympic chances improve — even without racing: “That won’t hold”

The report highlights that 19‑year‑old Alvar Myhlback is increasingly viewed as a likely pick for Sweden’s Olympic cross‑country skiing team in the sprint, even though he did not compete over the past weekend.

Radiosporten expert and former world champion Torgny Mogren describes Myhlback as Sweden’s strongest male sprinter so far this season. According to Mogren, the comparatively thin competition among Sweden’s other men is opening a pathway for the youngster in the upcoming Olympic team selection.

The segment also underscores a broader concern: Sweden’s men’s sprint depth is currently limited. While that may boost Myhlback’s chances in the short term, the situation is not sustainable for a nation with Sweden’s ambitions in men’s sprint events.

The item is presented as a brief audio segment with a short written summary by journalist Sigge Sanner.