Maja Dahlqvist to Retire Following 2027 World Championships in Her Hometown

Swedish cross-country skiing star Maja Dahlqvist has announced her intention to retire after the 2027 World Championships, which will take place in her hometown of Falun. This news follows her teammate Frida Karlsson, who had previously hinted at the possibility of retiring after the same event. For Maja, concluding her career at a championship in her own backyard is nothing short of a dream come true.

At 30 years old, Dahlqvist has built an impressive legacy in the sport. She has secured two World Championship gold medals in the team sprint category, along with an Olympic silver medal and a World Championship bronze medal in individual sprint events. Maja is not alone in her retirement considerations; fellow Swedish skier Calle Halfvarsson has also indicated similar plans as they approach the faltering lights of their careers.

Choosing to step down during such a significant event highlights the World Championships' importance to athletes like Dahlqvist. Her desire to retire in her hometown adds a deeply personal layer to this pivotal moment in her career.