Cross-Country Skiing: Even Northug ‘Excited to Face Anger at the World Championships in Trondheim’

Even Northug, aged 29, is eagerly anticipating his showdown with Edvin Anger at the upcoming World Championships in Trondheim. In an interview with SVT Sport, Northug expressed his excitement about the challenge, emphasizing his readiness to compete against a skier who has made a significant breakthrough this season.

Erik Valnes, who recently won the classic sprint ahead of teammates Ansgar Evensen and Even Northug, acknowledged Anger’s impressive performance. Although Anger finished sixth in the most recent World Cup race, Valnes noted that a sixth-place finish in such a competitive field is a testament to Anger’s talent and potential. Both Northug and Valnes believe that Anger has very good chances to challenge the Norwegians at the championships, particularly in sprint events and relay races.

The article captures the competitive spirit within Swedish cross-country skiing as emerging talents like Edvin Anger begin to vie for prominence on the world stage, promising an exciting contest at the World Championships in Trondheim.