Swedish cross-country stars did the forbidden — stopped by police in Italy

Sweden’s men’s cross-country skiers are holding a high‑altitude training camp in Livigno, Italy.

According to the report, the camp got off to an unusual start when local police stopped the athletes on the first day for breaking Italian regulations. Details of the specific violation were not disclosed in the brief, but William Poromaa recounts that he almost had to leave with the officers before the situation was resolved.

Poromaa describes the incident as an administrative or rules mix‑up connected to their training routine. After clarifying matters with the authorities, the team continued its preparations for the upcoming season in Livigno.

The Swedish team commonly uses autumn altitude camps to build endurance ahead of early winter competitions. Despite the interruption, training has resumed as planned.