The Finnish premiere weekend started today in Muonio with a classic sprint race for women and men. Norway dominated the event, with Anna Svendsen and Even Northug winning their respective races.

Anna Svendsen (NOR) took first place today at the women’s sprint classic technique race. Jasmi Joensuu (FIN) grabbed second place, and Pia Fink (GER) completed the podium in third place.

Top 3, Sprint Classic, Women

1. Anna Svendsen (NOR), 3:54.63
2. Jasmi Joensuu (FIN), +0.02
3. Pia Fink (GER), +1.08

Complete Results

Even Northug (NOR) took first place in the men’s race. Sindre Bjørnestad Skar (NOR) snagged second place, and Ville Ahonen (FIN) completed the podium in third place. 

Top 3, Sprint Classic, Men

1. Even Northug (NOR), 3:23.08
2. Sindre Bjørnestad Skar (NOR), +0.15
3. Ville Ahonen (FIN), +2.40

Complete results

Tomorrow, the competition continues in Finland with a 10km individual classic race. On Sunday, it’s time for a 15km individual freestyle competition.