Excitement Grows as Rollerski Season Begins

The thrilling Rollerski season is now in full swing, showcasing exciting events across Europe. One of the highlights is the Blink Festival in Sandnes, Norway. This vibrant festival features an array of competitions, such as the grueling "Lysebotn Opp" race, the Blink Classics, a 10 km mass start, and a dynamic sprint in Sandnes. Over 20 international skiers are participating, including a significant presence from Norway's national team and the Italian team. Among the prominent names in the women’s category are Ebba Andersson, Sophia Laukli, and Nadine Fähndrich. The men’s competition boasts stars like Iivo Niskanen, Mika Vermeulen, Andrew Musgrave, and Lucas Chanavat. Fans can catch all the action live on NRK.

Moving on, the Toppidrettsveka spans various locations across Norway and culminates in Granåsen, providing thrilling events that will also be broadcast on NRK.

In Sweden, the Alliansloppet in Trollhättan unfolds over eight exhilarating days, concluding with three competitive rollerski races, all of which will be aired on TV4.

Meanwhile, in Andermatt, Switzerland, the Nordic Weekend combines exhilarating cross-country races with a challenging mountain run dubbed "Hit the Peak."

To cap things off, the Martin Fourcade Festival in Annecy, France, will feature a concert, athlete presentations, and competitions, although specific athlete announcements are yet to come.

As the season unfolds, enthusiasts can look forward to a captivating lineup of events!