Norwegian success in Ski Classic
Photo: Lise Åserud

Norwegian success in Ski Classic - Myhlback a bit behind

The long-distance cross-country cup has made its way to the Birkebeinerrennet in Norway. There, spectators saw six Norwegian riders cross the finish line first in the men's race. On the women's side, it was a double Norwegian victory - with Swedish skier Hanna Lodin in third.

Hanna Lodin was only ten seconds behind, but in the end the Norwegians Anikken Gjerde Alnæs and Silje Øyre Slind were fastest. In a sprint battle, Alnæs took her fourth victory in the long-distance cup this season. Stina Nilsson – who won the Birkebeinerrennet last year – came in sixth place.

The best Swede in the men's race was Oskar Strid, who finished seventh, just ahead of Alvar Myhlback. Both crossed the finish line just over four minutes behind the winner, Torleif Syrstad.

Vasaloppet winner Oskar Kardin had a tough race. After just a few seconds, one of his poles broke, and he finished in 27th place.

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AuthorTT News AgencyEnglish edition by Sweden Herald, adapted for our readers
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