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Haak Leads Sweden Against Ukraine in Volleyball Semifinal

The women's volleyball national team will face Ukraine in the semifinal in the Final four at Catena arena in Ängelholm on June 28. In the other semifinal, Hungary will meet Romania.

Haak Leads Sweden Against Ukraine in Volleyball Semifinal

Sweden Dominates Slovakia in Golden League Volleyball Victory

Sweden took their fifth win in six matches in the Golden League when Slovakia was defeated with clear 3–0 (25–21, 25–13, 25–15). It is a huge boost for the team, says star Isabelle Haak to SVT.

Sweden Dominates Slovakia in Golden League Volleyball Victory

Isabelle Haak and Jonna Sundling to Feature in Sommar i P1 Talks

Volleyball star Isabelle Haak, skiing queen Jonna Sundling, football referee Tess Olofsson and the former athlete Ludmila Engquist. It is the quartet from the sports world who will be heard in "Sommar i P1" this year.

Isabelle Haak and Jonna Sundling to Feature in Sommar i P1 Talks

Isabelle Haak Leads Sweden to Thrilling Volleyball Win Over Croatia

It became a thriller. But Sweden managed to keep their nerves in check and won in the end in the volleyball Golden League against Croatia with 3-2 in sets after Isabelle Haak showed the way once again.

Isabelle Haak Leads Sweden to Thrilling Volleyball Win Over Croatia

Why Armand Duplantis Missed Out on the Victoria Prize

Beach volleyball players David Åhman and Jonatan Hellvig, Olympic Games gold medalists in Paris, receive the Victoria Prize. "To receive the Victoria Prize, as a recognition for all the effort we have put in, feels incredibly great", says David Åhman.

Why Armand Duplantis Missed Out on the Victoria Prize

Romania Dominates Sweden in Straight Sets at Golden League Match

It was just like last year – Romania was too big number and won the match in three straight sets. We didn't reach the level we wanted to play, says superstar Isabelle Haak.

Romania Dominates Sweden in Straight Sets at Golden League Match

Isabelle Haak Seeks Psychological Support Amid Exhaustion Symptoms

In the end, my body said no – one of the world's best volleyball players had been struck by exhaustion symptoms. Now, the 25-year-old Swedish superstar Isabelle Haak is seeing a psychologist.

Isabelle Haak Seeks Psychological Support Amid Exhaustion Symptoms

Isabelle Haak Leads Conegliano to Another Champions League Victory

Isabelle Haak and Conegliano did it again. 3–0 in the final against Scandicci ensured that the Champions League title from last year was defended.

Isabelle Haak Leads Conegliano to Another Champions League Victory

Isabelle Haak Leads Conegliano to Volleyball Champions League Final

Isabelle Haak and her Italian club Conegliano get to play another final in volleyball's Champions League. It was a 3–1 win over Milano when the game in the "Final four" in Istanbul with semifinals.

Isabelle Haak Leads Conegliano to Volleyball Champions League Final

Isabelle Haak Burnout Prompts Action from European Volleyball Federation

The Swedish volleyball star Isabelle Haak was affected by burnout syndrome – due to a packed schedule. Now the European Volleyball Federation is acting.

Isabelle Haak Burnout Prompts Action from European Volleyball Federation

Isabelle Haak Leads Conegliano to Italian Volleyball Championship Victory

Isabelle Haak can call herself Italian champion again. The Swedish volleyball star had a key role when Conegliano won the final series against Milano with 3–0 in matches.

Isabelle Haak Leads Conegliano to Italian Volleyball Championship Victory

Classic Club Pulls Out: "We've Reached the End of the Road"

Swedish volleyball has become a powerhouse poorer. The classic club Engelholm is forced to withdraw from the elite series on the women's side after the ongoing season, due to economic reasons.

Classic Club Pulls Out: "We've Reached the End of the Road"

Guide: Everything You Need to Know Ahead of the Sports Gala

Royal starlight, expected prize rain over Armand Duplantis and a new "Svennis" tribute. Here's everything you need to know ahead of the Sports Gala.

Guide: Everything You Need to Know Ahead of the Sports Gala

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

Haak's new success - champion and MVP in the Club Team World Championship

Volleyball star Isabelle Haak continues to dominate. The Swede won the Club World Championship with her Italian club Conegliano – and was named the tournament's most valuable player.

Haak's new success - champion and MVP in the Club Team World Championship

Haak and Conegliano Final in the World Championship

Isabelle Haak and her Italian club Conegliano are clear for the final in the World Championship in Chinese Hangzhou. Conegliano defeated Italian competitor Milano with 3–0 in sets and will face Chinese Tianjin in the final.

Haak and Conegliano Final in the World Championship

They Compete for the Jerring Prize – Five Eliminated

Some Olympic Games heroes, a volleyball star and the world's best curling team have done their part in the battle for the Jerring Award. Here are the remaining candidates.

They Compete for the Jerring Prize – Five Eliminated

"Thrilled after the World Championship draw: "Sickly cool""

The Netherlands, Egypt, and not least the host nation Thailand. That's what awaits Sweden's female volleyball players in the World Championship next year.

"Thrilled after the World Championship draw: "Sickly cool""

Haak's Joy: Gets to Defend the Title - in Sweden

Volleyball star Isabelle Haak and the rest of the Swedish national team are reigning champions in the European Golden League tournament. Now it is clear that the team will get the chance to defend their title on home soil.

Haak's Joy: Gets to Defend the Title - in Sweden

These are the candidates for the Jerring Award

Eight of the Jerring Award candidates won Olympic Games medals in Paris. Can Ludvig Åberg, Isabelle Haak, Tove Alexandersson, the biathlon men and Team Niklas Edin challenge them in the voting?.

These are the candidates for the Jerring Award

Gyökeres can be awarded – nominated for the Sports Gala

He has just helped take Sweden to the B-division in the Nations League. Now, football striker Viktor Gyökeres can be named Athlete of the Year at the Sports Gala.

Gyökeres can be awarded – nominated for the Sports Gala

The Coach Leaves Sweden: "Very Disappointed"

The national team captain led Sweden to a historic World Championship. But Giulio Cesare Bregoli will not be joining the championship – he chooses to take over Germany's national team.

The Coach Leaves Sweden: "Very Disappointed"

Crown Princess Victoria Honored and Awarded Volleyball Player

The Crown Princess Victoria has celebrated another birthday on Öland, this year the 47th in a row. Traditionally, the public had the opportunity to convey their congratulations outside Solliden Palace, and the visitors stood in multiple rows in the sunshine behind the barriers.

Crown Princess Victoria Honored and Awarded Volleyball Player

Intensive day for Victoria Prize winner

The volleyball player Isabelle Haak is the recipient of this year's Victoria Prize. It meant an intense day with ceremonies, far from her normal sports routine.

Intensive day for Victoria Prize winner