New Setback for Linn Svahn Ahead of World Championships

Linn Svahn, the prominent figure in Swedish long-distance skiing, has been forced to forgo the national championships in Borås due to illness, according to the national cross-country ski team. She has also skipped several World Cup events recently and has not competed since the Tour de Ski around New Year. With the World Championship sprint in Trondheim just three weeks away, Svahn remains one of several Swedish medal contenders, though she still awaits her first World Cup victory this season.

The article emphasizes the setback as another challenge for Svahn ahead of a major international competition, raising concerns about her readiness and potential impact on Sweden’s medal hopes at the upcoming World Championships.