Frida Karlsson Dominates in World Cup Premiere

Frida Karlsson Dominates in World Cup Premiere

Originally published in Sveriges Radio on November 29, 2024

Frida Karlsson dominated in the World Cup premiere in Ruka, Finland, achieving a stunning win in the 10 km classical race. From the start, she established herself as the front-runner, quickly gaining a substantial lead. By the time she reached the 3.1 km mark, Karlsson was already 18 seconds ahead of the returning Norwegian star Therese Johaug. As the race progressed, Karlsson continued to build on her advantage, ultimately finishing well ahead of the competition.