Julia Franzén to Tackle the 2026 Vasaloppet as SVT's Celebrity Profile
Julia Franzén will be SVT's featured celebrity in the 2026 Vasaloppet, showcasing her challenging journey through the iconic ski race on March 1.
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Sweden Finalizes 111-Athlete Roster for 2026 Winter Olympics Amid Notable Selection Controversies
Sweden's 111-athlete team for the 2026 Winter Olympics is finalized, including notable selection of non-binary athlete Elis Lundholm and exclusion of Felix Monsén despite strong performance.
Anna-Karin Heijdenberg Secures Final Spot on Sweden's 2026 Olympic Biathlon Team
Anna-Karin Heijdenberg earns the final spot on Sweden's Olympic biathlon team for 2026 after a close and competitive selection process.
Emma Ribom Withdraws from Mass Start Race Due to Stomach Issues Ahead of Olympics
Emma Ribom withdrew from the 20 km mass start race due to stomach problems, raising concerns ahead of the Olympics.
Linn Svahn Dominates in Comeback Sprint Victory Ahead of 2026 Winter Olympics
Linn Svahn wins sprint World Cup race in Switzerland, signaling strong form and momentum just days before the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Frida Karlsson on Track for Olympic Return After Foot Injury Recovery
Swedish skier Frida Karlsson advances her recovery from a foot injury, training alongside top athletes as she prepares for the Winter Olympics.
Sweden Finalizes Biathlon and Cross-Country Skiing Teams for 2026 Winter Olympics
Sweden secures key biathlon and cross-country skiing spots for the 2026 Winter Olympics, highlighting comeback athletes and Olympic debutants.
Moa Ilar Clinches Dramatic Victory in 10 km Classic at Oberhof World Cup
Moa Ilar edges out Teresa Stadlober to claim her first World Cup win of the season in Oberhof's 10 km classic race, marking a key milestone before the Olympics.
Calle Halfvarsson’s Sixth-Place Finish Boosts His 2026 Olympic Hopes
Calle Halfvarsson’s sixth-place finish at the Oberhof World Cup significantly improves his chances of qualifying for Sweden’s 2026 Winter Olympics team.
Jonna Sundling Shines with Decisive Victory in Oberhof Sprint
Jonna Sundling secured a commanding win in the Oberhof sprint race, underscoring her dominance and form ahead of the 2026 Olympics.
Calle Halfvarsson Faces Critical Final Chance to Secure Olympic Spot Amid Rivalry Tensions
Calle Halfvarsson faces a decisive race to qualify for the 2026 Olympics amid criticisms from Norway about Sweden's selection process.
Linn Svahn Withdraws from Oberhof World Cup Amid Ongoing Health Challenges
Linn Svahn will miss the Oberhof World Cup due to mild cold symptoms, marking another health setback ahead of the Winter Olympics.
Swedish Sprint Skiers Face High-Stakes Olympic Qualification Battle in Falun
Jonna Sundling wins sprint in Falun amidst tough Olympic qualification battle with Linn Svahn, spotlighting competitive challenges for Swedish sprinters ahead of 2026 Winter Olympics.
Calle Halfvarsson Faces Olympic Uncertainty After Sprint Quarterfinal Exits
Swedish skier Calle Halfvarsson struggles with sprint event eliminations, casting doubt on his 2026 Olympic participation while focusing on distance races.
Frida Karlsson Battles Injury and Setbacks in 2025 Tour de Ski Mass Start
Frida Karlsson sustained a nose injury during training but competed in the 2025 Tour de Ski 5-kilometer mass start, struggling to maintain pace and finishing 13th in her heat.
Top Skiers Criticize New Heat Format in 2025 Tour de Ski as Confusing and Unfair
Top skiers have voiced strong concerns over the fairness, safety, and spectator experience of the new 2025 Tour de Ski heat race format.
Vasaloppet 2026 Introduces Changes to Reduce Participant Stress
The 2026 Vasaloppet will extend checkpoint time limits and introduce pacing guides to create a calmer race atmosphere for participants.
Swedish Skiers Face Setbacks in 2025-2026 Tour de Ski Sprint Events
Swedish cross-country skiers face multiple falls, eliminations, and withdrawn ambitions in the opening sprint stages of the 2025-2026 Tour de Ski.
Tour de Ski Faces Challenges Amid Tragedy and Declining Appeal as Sweden Prepares for 2025-2026 Edition
The 2025-2026 Tour de Ski approaches its 20th edition amid declining popularity, athlete tragedy, and Swedish-Norwegian rivalry, as Sweden sends 19 competitors despite evolving challenges.
Swedish Cross-Country Skiers Gear Up for 2026 Winter Olympics with Tour de Ski and Festive Spirits
Swedish cross-country skiers prepare for the 2026 Winter Olympics with key athletes competing in the Tour de Ski and celebrating Olympic selections during the holiday season.
Sebastian Samuelsson and Jonna Sundling Dominate Sweden's Winter Sports Landscape
Sebastian Samuelsson rises as top biathlete after Johannes Thingnes Bø's retirement, while Charlotte Kalla praises Jonna Sundling for surpassing her cross-country skiing achievements.
Moa Ilar Secures Second Place at Davos World Cup 10 km Freestyle
Moa Ilar finishes second in the 10 km freestyle at the Davos World Cup 2025, with Norwegian Karoline Simpson-Larsen claiming her first victory.
Struggles Continue for Swedish Men's Ski Team in Davos 2025
Swedish men's ski team struggles in Davos as Norway dominates, with key Swedes falling far behind in the 10 km freestyle race.
Swedish Women’s Biathlon Team Dominates Relay at Hochfilzen with Stunning Victory
Sweden’s women’s biathlon team secured a dominant 40-second victory in the Hochfilzen World Cup relay, highlighted by strong ski and shooting performances from all four team members.
Swedish Ski Stars Shine Bright in 2025 World Cup Season with Podium Finishes and Victories
Swedish skiers Martin Ponsiluoma, Anna Magnusson, and Sandra Näslund achieve top finishes and victories in the 2025 World Cup skiing season, highlighting Sweden's strong presence on the world stage.
Sweden Dominates Sprint Relay in Davos with Dahlqvist and Sundling's Stellar Performance
Sweden's sprint relay team of Maja Dahlqvist and Jonna Sundling wins decisively in the 2025 Davos World Cup event, with strategic brilliance and strong execution.
Emerging Swedish Skiers Nilsson and Myhlback Forge Unique Paths in Long-Distance Skiing
Swedish skiers Stina Nilsson and Alvar Myhlback gain recognition for their distinct and successful approaches to long-distance skiing, with Nilsson praising Myhlback's commitment to his chosen path.
Fierce Competition Intensifies in Swedish Olympic Sprint Skiing Team Ahead of Davos
With only four sprint spots on Sweden's Olympic team, fierce competition among top female skiers intensifies ahead of key Davos races influencing final selections.
Swedish Cross-Country Team Selects Athletes for Davos World Cup Amid Strategic Absences
Sweden's cross-country team reveals the Davos World Cup roster featuring key athletes, while top skiers train for upcoming Tour de Ski and Winter Olympics.
Frida Karlsson's 600,000 kronor Roller Ski Treadmill Investment for Olympic Glory
Swedish skier Frida Karlsson invests over 600,000 kronor in a high-tech roller ski treadmill to boost her Olympic training and ambitions.
Health Issues Force Laura Gimmler and Eliza Rucka to Withdraw from 2025 Trondheim Skiathlon
Laura Gimmler and Eliza Rucka withdrew from the 2025 Trondheim skiathlon after suffering severe nausea and fainting, respectively, impacting the race's competitive landscape.
Ebba Andersson Claims First Podium of the Season with Third Place in Dramatic Trondheim Skiathlon
Ebba Andersson achieved her first podium of the season, placing third in the Trondheim skiathlon, while the Swedish men's team struggled in the same race.
Jonna Sundling's Resilience Shines Through Chaotic Sprint Final in Trondheim
Jonna Sundling battled equipment failure and a fall in a chaotic sprint final in Trondheim, finishing fourth and emphasizing resilience.
Linn Svahn Returns to Skiing Amid Olympic Participation Debate
Linn Svahn returns to cross-country skiing after a concussion and addresses her Olympic participation amid controversy over Russian athletes' inclusion following a CAS ruling.
Linn Svahn Returns to Competitive Skiing Amid Stance on Russian Athletes
Linn Svahn returns to skiing after injury and voices strong opposition to Russian and Belarusian athletes competing internationally amid ongoing conflict.
Emil Iversen on Norwegian-Swedish Ski Rivalry and Swedish Athletes' World Cup Success
Norwegian skier Emil Iversen admires Swedish competitors amid fierce national rivalry, while Swedish Alvar Myhlback claims his first World Cup podium.
Edvin Anger Secures Third Place Podium Finish in Ruka World Cup Mass Start
Swedish skier Edvin Anger achieved a third-place finish in the Ruka World Cup mass start race, marking a standout podium performance amid strong competition and a rare slump by Norwegian star Johannes Høsflot Klæbo.
Kristine Stavås Skistad Edges Out Swedish Rivals in Ruka Women's Sprint Final
Kristine Stavås Skistad wins the women's sprint final in Ruka, Finland, beating top Swedish competitors in a photo finish.
Frida Karlsson Triumphs at World Cup Opener in Ruka with Strong Comeback
Frida Karlsson bounced back from a poor domestic start to win the World Cup season opener in Ruka, with strong teamwork and strategic racing securing a Swedish double podium.
Alvar Myhlback Steps Up for Sweden in 2023 World Cup Opener Amid Absences of Top Skiers
With key Swedish skiers absent due to health issues, newcomer Alvar Myhlback is set to make his World Cup debut at the 2023 season opener in Ruka, Finland.