Even Northug reveals difficult summer due to back injury: "That period was tough"

Originally published in Eurosport on October 17, 2024

Even Northug has faced difficulties this summer due to a persistent back injury, which he describes as challenging. However, he remains optimistic that this issue will not impact his performance during the winter season ahead. Northug's reflections provide an insight into the physical demands of cross-country skiing and the resilience required to overcome such injuries as the competition season approaches.