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.
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The Olympic Star's Tough Choice: "I was very keen"
When it is time for the 100 metres butterfly at the European Championship, the reigning champion is missing. Star Louise Hansson's decision to skip the European Championship and instead prepare for the Olympic Games in Rome was made with great reluctance. I was very keen to be able to defend the gold, so it was tough, she says.
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Sprinter confirmed for the Olympics: "Completely unbelievable"
Ten new names are clear for the Olympics in Paris. On Friday, among others, sprinter Henrik Larsson, who finished fourth in the 100 metres at the European Championship, received clearance from the Swedish Olympic Committee (SOK). It's a dream come true, he says.
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