First Podium Place in Sprint Relay in Four Years – Despite Chaos Race

First Podium Place in Sprint Relay in Four Years – Despite Chaos Race

Originally published in Sveriges Radio on December 13, 2024

Edvin Anger and Johan Häggström achieved a remarkable podium finish in the sprint relay in Davos, marking their first top finish in four years.

Despite a chaotic race, the team managed to secure third place, which was decided by a photo finish. Edvin Anger expressed his surprise after the race, stating, "I was sure we finished fourth." This victory brought a much-needed highlight to the current season for Swedish skiing on the men’s side, overshadowed by recent setbacks.

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