Cross-country skier Märta Rosenberg loses second place in sprint finish: "I got nervous"

Märta Rosenberg was on her way to qualifying for the semifinals in the sprint event at Lillehammer when she lost her balance and finished in fifth place.

She shared her feelings about the incident, stating, "I became extremely stressed," indicating the pressures competitive skiing brings. This was her seventh sprint in the World Cup circuit, having previously achieved a best finish of 19th.

The video of the final stretch, complete with Rosenberg's explanation of her experience, is also accessible on the SVT Sport website, providing an in-depth look at the incident.

The competition continues to highlight the unpredictable nature of the sport and the emotional responses athletes face during critical moments in their races.