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Karlsson's Show of Strength - Swept the Floor with Everyone

Frida Karlsson has had a tough season. But on Sunday she went on a knockout.
Karlsson's Show of Strength - Swept the Floor with Everyone

Frida Karlsson far behind in comeback: "Just forget"

It was no successful comeback in the World Cup for Frida Karlsson. The Swede was far behind a superior Jessie Diggins and finished seventh on the 10-kilometer freestyle in French Les Rousses.
Frida Karlsson far behind in comeback: "Just forget"

Frida Karlsson back – racing in Les Rousses

Overload injury in the foot stopped her from the Tour de Ski. Now Frida Karlsson is ready for the World Cup again.
Frida Karlsson back – racing in Les Rousses

The Stars' New App Competes with Instagram

Sweden's best cross-country skiers, with Frida Karlsson at the forefront, are involved in the launch of a new social media platform. The app allows fans to take part in the stars' lives behind the scenes.
The Stars' New App Competes with Instagram

The Star's Fee: 45,000 Kronor for a Post

Walter Wallberg is not only good at mogul skiing, he also has a large following in social media. In an interview in SVT's program "Kallprat", Wallberg reveals that he can take 45,000 kronor for a post.
The Star's Fee: 45,000 Kronor for a Post

Good news: Karlsson ready for comeback

Competition-free day in Tour de Ski – but despite that, a piece of good news comes from the skiing world. Frida Karlsson is clear for comeback after her foot injury.
Good news: Karlsson ready for comeback

Ebba Andersson: "More of an outsider than a favorite"

Ebba Andersson likes the Tour de Ski – and is the only Swedish skier who has stood on the podium there twice. But ahead of this year's edition, she is happy to shift the favorite role to other stars.
Ebba Andersson: "More of an outsider than a favorite"

Guide: Who Can Challenge Johaug in the Tour?

The Norwegian skiing giant Therese Johaug is back – and on the hunt for her fourth overall victory in the Tour de Ski. Can title defender Jessie Diggins or Swedish hope Ebba Andersson challenge her? Here is everything you need to know about the tour.
Guide: Who Can Challenge Johaug in the Tour?

The Sports Year 2025 – Here are the Swedish Stars

2025 is a packed sports year with many major championships. Here we have selected 13 Swedish stars who will be in focus.
The Sports Year 2025 – Here are the Swedish Stars

Frida Karlsson skips the tour: "Doesn't work right now"

Frida Karlsson won the Tour de Ski two years ago. But the upcoming ski tour forces her to abstain due to foot problems.
Frida Karlsson skips the tour: "Doesn't work right now"

The Quartet That's Ready for the World Championship

She usually is among the last to get the green light for the Ski World Championship, but now Johanna Hagström is one of four who gets the World Championship tickets already now. "Really nice to secure a spot", says Hagström.
The Quartet That's Ready for the World Championship

TV Sports Highlights for Christmas

Cold and windy during the holidays? Then TV sports can be warming. Premier League, Junior World Championship in ice hockey and Tour de Ski are some of the goodies on the sports buffet.
TV Sports Highlights for Christmas

The Sensation - Ousted Johaug: "Can't Believe It"

It was a planned Norwegian victory in the women's 20 kilometer classical in Davos on Sunday. But it was not the big favorite Therese Johaug who took it home – but a 36-year-old long-distance specialist.
The Sensation - Ousted Johaug: "Can't Believe It"

Only Two Female Skiers in Davos – Sundling Drops Out

Jonna Sundling stood as the winner in yesterday's sprint – but it took a toll on her strength and she chooses to skip Sunday's race. Now only two skiers remain in the Swedish women's team in Davos.
Only Two Female Skiers in Davos – Sundling Drops Out

Dahlqvist not ready to compete – skips Davos

Maja Dahlqvist will not start in the World Cup competitions in Davos later this week. The Swedish star is symptom-free after her cold, but not ready to compete yet, announces the Swedish Ski Association.
Dahlqvist not ready to compete – skips Davos

The Stars Miss Ski Competitions in Davos

A cold stopped Linn Svahn in Lillehammer. Her replacement Moa Lundgren also fell ill.
The Stars Miss Ski Competitions in Davos

The Star Skips Davos: "The Plan All Along"

Frida Karlsson only competed in one race during the World Championship event in Norwegian Lillehammer. It is now clear that the star will skip Davos, December 13-15, according to Aftonbladet and Expressen.
The Star Skips Davos: "The Plan All Along"

Moa Lundgren pulls out of skiathlon

Shortly before the start, the cross-country skiing national team announces that Moa Lundgren will miss Sunday's skiathlon in the World Cup in Lillehammer, reports Aftonbladet. The reason is cold symptoms.
Moa Lundgren pulls out of skiathlon

Karlsson is holding back: "Taking it slow"

The distance star Frida Karlsson missed the podium by a few seconds on Friday. Now the 25-year-old is choosing to skip Sunday's skiathlon in the World Championship in Lillehammer due to her injury problems.
Karlsson is holding back: "Taking it slow"

Johaug's Revenge - No Swedes on the Podium

Therese Johaug is back as a winner in the cross-country skiing World Championship. The comebacking Norwegian took home 10 kilometers freestyle in Lillehammer.
Johaug's Revenge - No Swedes on the Podium

After the Premiere Success - Junior World Champion Gets a Chance

After the Swedish premiere success in Ruka, the World Championship in skiing continues in Lillehammer. Then, two Swedish Junior World Championship winners from last season get the chance – Evelina Crüsell and Alvar Myhlback.
After the Premiere Success - Junior World Champion Gets a Chance

Sundling cracked the Norwegians – finished second: "Happy"

It looked for a long time like it was about two Norwegians. Then Jonna Sundling and Jessie Diggins took over – before the American won against the Swede after a sprint finish.
Sundling cracked the Norwegians – finished second: "Happy"

Karlsson's new role: "Take out a gold pair with Linn"

Frida Karlsson is skipping the 20 km freestyle event. Instead, she will help to develop perfect skis for the Swedish skiers.
Karlsson's new role: "Take out a gold pair with Linn"

Hagström's tears of joy after the success: "So touched"

Sweden usually wins the women's sprint in Ruka. Now Johanna Hagström knows how it feels too.
Hagström's tears of joy after the success: "So touched"
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