MM-hiihdoissa hurja epävarmuustekijä – Aino-Kaisa Saarinen kertoo, mitä se tarkoittaa suomalaisille

During the traditional skiing competitions, snow is expected to fall, but the consistency is particularly uncertain, especially during the women's race.

Yle's meteorologist Henriikka Heikinoja stated that a large and powerful rain area is expected to arrive in Norway's coast, particularly in Trondheim, referring to unpredictable weather that may affect the skiers' performance.

For Kerttu Niskanen, who will compete in the 10-kilometer traditional skiing competition, conditions will be critical. The competition day may start with snow but shift to rain, which complicates the choice of skis.

Aino-Kaisa Saarinen, a Yle Sports expert, noted that the choice of skis must be made as close to the start time as possible, as the conditions can adversely change. This unpredictability raises stress for the support crew managing equipment choices. Niskanen's past successful ski choices under similar conditions, as well as those of Krista Pärmäkoski, show they may have an advantage under wet conditions.

The article highlights how the uncertain weather can impact not just the race but also the athletes’ mental preparedness. Niskanen prefers a wetter condition, as it often aligns with better ski choices for her performance, while Pärmäkoski would benefit from a rain scenario due to her previous experiences.

Overall, the uncertainty and potential for rain add extra layers of challenges for the competitors as they prepare for the championships ahead.