Cross Country Skiing
‘I need some time to process it’: Lucky 13 for Klaebo in Lahti caps off season for the ages
March 23, 2025 / FIS
Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo secured his thirteenth victory of the season at the FIS Cross Country World Cup in Lahti, capping off a remarkable season that included a clean sweep at the FIS Nordic Ski World Championships. Klaebo emphasized the significance of his achievements, hinting at ambitions to break the 100-win mark in his career.
Johaug wins 50km Classic in Lahti to end World Cup season on a high
March 23, 2025 / FIS
Therese Johaug capped off her successful comeback season with a commanding victory in the 50km Classic Mass Start race in Lahti, Finland. This win marks her seventh victory of the World Cup season, maintaining her dominance on the circuit, especially in challenging conditions.
Cross-country Skiing: Jens Burman Falls Again – Blames Himself: “It’s Terrible”
March 23, 2025 / SVT Sport
Jens Burman struggled again, falling during the 50 km race and ultimately ending his season prematurely. This marks his third fall in a short period, leading him to express frustration over his performance, highlighting injuries as a contributing factor.
Strong Finish - Stadlober Just Misses the Podium at World Cup Final
March 23, 2025 / Krone
Teresa Stadlober concluded her cross-country skiing World Cup season strong, finishing in fourth place in the 50 km classic at the final in Lahti. She narrowly missed the podium, finishing just 5.5 seconds behind third-place Ebba Andersson.
Cross-country Skier Edvin Anger: 'I've Taken a Big Step'
March 23, 2025 / SVT Sport
At just 22 years old, Edvin Anger has made significant strides in his cross-country skiing career, achieving remarkable results including a second-place finish in the overall World Cup standings. Despite facing challenges in a recent 50km race, he remains optimistic about his future in the sport, underscoring his journey of improvement and success.
Johannes Hösflot Kläbo mimics Iivo Niskanen and smiles at Yle – the Finnish star opens up about his greatest disappointment in his career
March 23, 2025 / YLE
Johannes Hösflot Kläbo won the 50 km race in Lahti and paid tribute to Iivo Niskanen, who shared his disappointment after missing the World Championships due to illness. Kläbo's victory was also marked by a playful gesture mimicking Niskanen's celebration, highlighting the camaraderie among the athletes despite the competitive atmosphere.
Jules Chappaz and Richard Jouve on the Podium of the Team Sprint at Lahti World Cup
March 22, 2025 / L'Équipe
Jules Chappaz and Richard Jouve secured a podium finish in the team sprint event at the World Cup in Lahti, overcoming early setbacks and finishing strongly to claim third place behind a dominant Norwegian duo. The French team demonstrated resilience after a challenging start, featuring impressive performances from both skiers.
Nightmare for Swedish Debutant – Fell in Sprint Relay
March 22, 2025 / Sveriges Radio
23-year-old Måns Skoglund had a disappointing debut in the sprint relay at the World Cup in Lahti. A failed exchange with teammate Edin Anger led to Skoglund falling after colliding with another team. The Swedish team finished in eleventh place, while Norway secured the victory.
Therese Johaug joked about her partner and opened up about her World Championship disappointment – continuation of career highly unlikely
March 22, 2025 / Yle
Therese Johaug discussed her potential retirement plans during the Salpausselkä skiing competition, joking about her partner being keen on her continuing her career. Despite maintaining a glimmer of hope for the future, Johaug expressed strong doubts about competing again following her recent World Championship results.
Norway and Klaebo win Team Sprint after crashes, chaos and comebacks in Lahti
March 22, 2025 / FIS
In a thrilling Team Sprint event in Lahti, Norway, Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo and Even Northug showcased remarkable skill and resilience to secure victory. Despite crashes and chaotic moments during the race, Norway maintained their dominance in cross-country skiing, continuing their long-standing winning streak in team events.
Swedish Podium Finish in Sprint Relay After Sprint Drama
March 22, 2025 / Sveriges Radio
In a thrilling finish in Saturday's sprint relay, Swedish cross-country skiers Johanna Hagström and Maja Dahlqvist secured a silver medal, just 0.1 seconds behind the winning German team. Another Swedish team, featuring Moa Lundgren and Moa Ilar, finished in sixth place.
Pellegrino secures third place in Lahti Sprint: World Cup podium within reach
March 21, 2025 / Gazzetta.it
Federico Pellegrino finishes third in the Sprint event in Lahti, edging closer to securing a final spot on the World Cup podium. This result comes after a close finish that improved upon his previous performance from Tallinn. With two races left in the season, Pellegrino aims to defend his podium position against Erik Valnes.