Jonas Karlsson: 'Biathletes Have Higher Status – More Attraction There'

Jonas Karlsson shares his views on why there are frequent dropouts in the cross-country skiing World Cup – a problem not seen in biathlon, where most athletes consistently participate. According to him, the difference largely comes down to culture.

He explains that biathletes enjoy a much higher status in the World Cup, a factor that contributes to greater public interest and more financial backing. This status raises the overall appeal of the biathlon events compared to cross-country skiing, which he suggests may benefit from examining its culture and support structure.

The commentary highlights the contrasting dynamics between these two Nordic skiing disciplines at the international level, inviting discussion about the factors that drive both performance and popularity in winter sports.