A Lennart Julin

Over 100 Swedish athletes in US colleges, package hard to match

Over 100 Swedish athletes are currently studying at colleges in the United States. But is it really the best way to reach the world elite? "Going there was the best decision of my life," says shot putter Axelina Johansson.

Swedish Olympic Committee Faces Criticism Over Athlete Selection Criteria

Sweden's Olympic Committee's qualification requirements for the Olympic Games for athletes receive strong criticism. Athletics expert A Lennart Julin calls it a "judicial murder" – and Sweden's athletics federation captain Kajsa Bergqvist wants to change the requirements. I don't think the Swedish Olympic Committee is doing well with having a recurring conflict that flares up every four years, she says to TV4.

Photographers Escape Close Call with Shot Put at World Championship