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Sweden takes second straight win

Sweden took their second straight victory in the Olympic Games handball. After the upset win against Norway in the premiere, it became 31-28 against Germany.

Sweden takes second straight win

Hvenfelt after the injury: "Many different emotions"

After just 25 minutes, the Olympic Games were over for the national handball team's Sofia Hvenfelt due to a knee injury. I'm doing okay, there have been very many different emotions and thoughts, says the 28-year-old.

Hvenfelt after the injury: "Many different emotions"

Sweden's Nightmare: Hvenfelt Out for the Rest of the Olympics

Sofia Hvenfelt injured her knee in the OS premiere against Norway. Now the news comes that the Swedish midfielder will miss the rest of the tournament, announces the handball national team.

Sweden's Nightmare: Hvenfelt Out for the Rest of the Olympics

Hvenfelt injured - to be examined

The women's handball team celebrated their upset victory - 32-28 - thoroughly in the Olympic opener. But amidst all the joy after the surprising triumph over Norway: Sofia Hvenfelt injured herself and was forced to leave the match already before the break.

Hvenfelt injured - to be examined

Toughest Possible Awaits Sweden in the OS Premiere

If the handball women got ten chances, they might win two matches against Norway. It's not just anyone who says that.

Toughest Possible Awaits Sweden in the OS Premiere

Swedish Olympic team grows – eleven new names

With a month to go until the Olympic opening ceremony, the Swedish team is growing and now stands at 110 active members. A skateboarder, a hammer thrower, three golfers and a group of swimmers are among the team's newcomers.

Swedish Olympic team grows – eleven new names

The Profile Misses the OS: "Not Feeling Particularly Well"

Handball star Nina Dano misses the OS in Paris this summer. The 23-year-old has had problems with her well-being.