Krista Pärmäkoskella's Confounding Incident – Jasmin Kähärä's "Shocking Acids" Prevent Finland's Podium Dreams

Krista Pärmäkoskella had a confounding incident during the women's relay race at the World Cup in Davos. The Finnish team, carrying high expectations, saw their top duo comprising Jasmin Kähärä and Jasmi Joensuu finish sixth, while the second team of Krista Pärmäkoski and Katri Lylynperä came in twelfth. Previously, Joensuu and Kähärä had attained fourth place in two prior World Cup sprints, fueling hopes for a podium finish.

Joensuu and Kähärä were competitive early on, but as Kähärä tackled the final ascent, she described the harsh effects of lactic acid hitting her hard during the sprint's final stages, stating, 'it felt very bad, and I couldn't fight better for a podium spot.' Despite this, she expressed confidence heading into the next sprint.

Pärmäkoski detailed her unexpected struggles, noting an initial sensation of losing grip in her right ski which prompted thoughts of potential waxing failures. Despite changing skis during the relay, she ultimately managed to finish the leg but noted the ski’s bottom had a significant churn of grit which caused difficulties.

The article underscores the disappointment for the Finnish team as they look ahead to the upcoming sprint event in Davos and reflects on the trials faced by elite athletes during high-stakes competitions.