Big Surprise in the Swedish Team:

Big Surprise in the Swedish Team: "It Was Worth the Wait"

Originally published in Sveriges Radio on November 26, 2024

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Johan Ekberg, Nacka Värmdö SK, finished in third place in the men's 10 km freestyle during the season premiere for cross-country skiers at the Bruksvallsloppet in Bruksvallarna.
Photo: Ulf Palm / TT

Cross-Country Skiing

  • Among all the star names in the team for the World Cup premiere, there was one name that few recognized.
  • Johan Ekberg is not selected for any national team, but he still managed to secure a place for Ruka.
  • "It was worth the wait," says the upcoming World Cup skier.

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