Public Celebration Awaits as the Ski World Championships Begin: 'Lights Up'

The upcoming cross-country skiing World Championships in Trondheim promise a real celebration with the start of a freestyle sprint event. Nearly 20,000 spectators have purchased tickets to the arena, and tens of thousands more will be gathered along the tracks to cheer on the athletes.

“I remember as a child watching the Oslo World Championships with my mouth open and my eyes wide,” says an enthusiastic Emma Ribom, adding that a similar experience is expected in Trondheim. The event is set to kick off on Thursday, igniting a festive atmosphere among fans and competitors alike.

This article from Sveriges Radio underlines the high energy and anticipated public engagement as international-level cross-country skiing competition gets underway.