Cross Country Skiing
Stina Nilsson's success – wins the Norwegian classic convincingly
March 15, 2025 / Sveriges Radio
Stina Nilsson continues her success in long-distance skiing by winning the 54-kilometer Birkebeinerrennet in Norway with a large margin. She made a decisive break just under ten kilometers from the finish. Norwegian Andreas Nygaard won the men's class, marking his fifth victory in this event.
"She looked very agitated" – this is why Ebba Andersson was disqualified
March 15, 2025 / Sveriges Radio
Ebba Andersson was disqualified from a recent sporting event due to her skiing technique not following the regulations, resulting in her receiving a second yellow card. The decision has sparked dissatisfaction from the Swedish federation, which may lead to an appeal.
Krista Pärmäkoski Understands Controversial Decision at Holmenkollen – Amazed by the Wonderful Weather
March 14, 2025 / Yle
Krista Pärmäkoski and Kerttu Niskanen enjoyed the sun in Oslo following the varied weather conditions at the Trondheim World Championships. Pärmäkoski prepares for her last World Cup races of the season while Niskanen faced track issues.
Jonna Sundling misses Holmenkollen weekend due to illness
March 14, 2025 / Sveriges Radio
Jonna Sundling, a triple world champion, is unable to participate in this weekend's World Cup events in Holmenkollen due to illness. The Swedish Ski Federation announced that she woke up with cold symptoms and is returning home from Oslo.
Kymenlaakson reserviläispiiri wins the Defense Forces' traditional skiing competition
March 13, 2025 / Yle
The Kymenlaakso reserve district claimed victory in the traditional skiing competition organized by the Defense Forces, known as Oltermanni hiihto. The event saw various teams including soldier units competing over a two-day period in South Kymenlaakso and South Karelia.
Wierer praises Frida Karlsson – after borrowing the treadmill: 'Very talented'
March 12, 2025 / SVT Sport
Dorothea Wierer expresses admiration for Frida Karlsson, highlighting her talent after lending her treadmill for training. Wierer supports Karlsson who recently won gold at the World Championships in Trondheim, following a challenging season with injuries.
No Frida Karlsson in Holmenkollen - resting after World Championship success
March 11, 2025 / Swedish Radio
Frida Karlsson, the VM gold medalist for the 50km race, will skip the World Cup events this weekend in Oslo to recover for the World Cup finale in Lahti. Calle Halfvarsson will also miss the competitions after falling ill during the VM.
No Frida Karlsson at World Cup in Holmenkollen
March 11, 2025 / SVT
Frida Karlsson will not participate in the upcoming World Cup competitions in Holmenkollen after recently securing a gold medal in the 50 km event at the World Championships. The Swedish team will miss her as they prepare for the final events of the season, focusing on recovery instead.
Perttu Hyvärinen will not ski in Lahti either – The humor of the Savonian has truly been put to the test
March 11, 2025 / Yle
Cross-country skier Perttu Hyvärinen is unable to compete in the World Cup in Lahti due to an ongoing recovery from illness. Having contracted A-flu and a rhinovirus before the World Championships, Hyvärinen expresses disappointment over not being able to participate and shares his struggles during this challenging season.
Cross-country Skiing: Jacob Hård's Championship Review: 'A Success So Big It’s Hard to Grasp'
March 11, 2025 / SVT Sport
Jacob Hård reflects on Sweden's extraordinary performance at the World Championships in Trondheim, where the Swedish women's team dominated with six gold medals. He discusses the potential for repeated success at the upcoming Olympics and highlights the remarkable achievements of the athletes involved.