Marcus Grate: “I want to be in the fight”
The beginning of last winter’s season was ruined by illness. Now, the Swedish cross-country skier Marcus Grate is preparing for the upcoming winter, including racing the 90km roller ski race Klarälvsloppet.
The beginning of last winter’s season was ruined by illness. Now, the Swedish cross-country skier Marcus Grate is preparing for the upcoming winter, including racing the 90km roller ski race Klarälvsloppet.
The excitement is palpable in Canmore, Canada, as the Cross-Country World Cup Organizing Committee wraps up a successful site visit and course inspection, setting the stage for an event that promises to captivate both local fans and a global audience.
The Ski Classics Challengers event Båstad-Mölle is a 74km long-distance roller ski race in classic technique taking place this Saturday, September 16, in Sweden.
Five starts and five victories. That was Andreas Svensson’s record in the Swedish national long-distance skiing cup. Despite the solid results, he has yet to receive an offer from Pro Teams for this winter’s Ski Classics.
In a significant move aimed at enhancing safety and sportsmanship in the world of cross-country skiing, the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) has introduced a brand-new Code of Conduct tailored specifically for cross-country skiers and all individuals using cross-country ski trails.
Last season, the Swedish men’s cross-country national team conducted a test with “split” training camps with the sprinters in one place and the distance skiers in another. It was so successful that the same model is being adopted this year.
As the roller skiing season is ending, Team Eksjöhus reflects on their rigorous training and competitive endeavors throughout August. With a focus on pushing their limits, the Pro Team has shown exceptional dedication and determination, leaving sports manager Marthe Kristoffersen thoroughly impressed.
The Roller Ski World Cup season 2023 ended this weekend in Italy. Check here the overall and sprint ranking for the senior and junior athletes after the season finale.
The Fiemme Roller Ski World Cup had its third and final day this Sunday with a 13/15km uphill mass start race in classic technique at Ziano Di Fiemme, Italy. Maria Gismondi (ITA) and Vladislav Kovalyov (KAZ) won their respective races.
The Fiemme Roller Ski World Cup had its third and final day this Sunday with a 13km uphill mass start race in classic technique for the junior athletes in Ziano Di Fiemme, Italy. Gabriele Rigaudo (ITA) and Matilda Grahn (SWE) won their respective races.
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