Ida Dahl is officially coming back. After taking time away from racing to recover from a difficult period, the Swedish Ski Classics Legend is set to return to the Ski Classics Pro Tour — with full backing from Team Engcon.

Dahl, a former overall Ski Classics Champion and one of the most successful athletes of recent seasons, has spent the past months rebuilding her health and motivation. Despite stepping away from competition, she remained close to Team Engcon, joining light training activities and staying connected with the group throughout her recovery.

Now, it’s confirmed that she is set to return to racing this weekend at the Bad Gastein premiere, as she has registered for the Bad Gastein Pro Team Tempo on Saturday, December 13, 2025. Her comeback brings renewed strength to an already powerful Team Engcon lineup and adds excitement to the women’s field ahead of Season XVII.

Ski Classics CEO Oskar Svärd welcomes her return:

“We are very happy to see that Ida is doing well again. She is an important part of our Tour, both as an athlete and as an inspiration for many. Having her back on the start line is fantastic for the entire Ski Classics community.”

For fans and the entire skiing community, Ida Dahl’s return marks one of the most inspiring storylines of the season — a reminder of resilience, patience, and the power of a supportive team environment.

Ski Classics Pro Tour Season XVII

The Ski Classics Pro Tour Season XVII is set to captivate skiing fans with an exciting and diverse lineup of events. Spanning 13 events over 9 weekends in 6 different countries, the winter season promises full action and memorable racing.

The Pro Tour Season XVII kicks off in Bad Gastein, Austria, on December 13, 2025, with the return of a familiar format: the Bad Gastein Pro Team Tempo. The season concludes in Finnsnes, Norway, with the Ski Classics Grand Finale Summit 2 Senja on March 29, 2026.

Also Read – Ski Classics: Complete calendar for the Pro Tour Season XVII

Bad Gastein Weekend

The Pro Tour winter season opens once again in the picturesque setting of Bad Gastein, Austria. On Saturday, December 13, 2025, the season begins with the Bad Gastein Pro Team Tempo, which returns to the Pro Tour calendar after a one-year hiatus. On Sunday, December 14, Pro Team athletes will face the challenging Bad Gastein Criterium, concluding the first segment of the season before Christmas and the New Year. 

Read More: All you need to know ahead of the Bad Gastein weekend Season XVII

Ski Classics Pro Tour Season XVII (2025/2026)

• Event 1: December 13, 2025 – Bad Gastein Pro Team Tempo – Austria – 7km
• Event 2: December 14, 2025 – Bad Gastein Criterium – Austria – 36km
• Event 3: January 17, 2026 – Engadin La Diagonela – Switzerland – 55km
• Event 4: January 25, 2026 – Marcialonga – Italy – 70km
• Event 5: January 30, 2026 – Bedřichov Sprint – Czech Republic – 1.5km
• Event 6: February 1, 2026 – Jizerská50 – Czech Republic – 50km
• Event 7: March 1, 2026 – Vasaloppet – Sweden – 90km
• Event 8: March 7, 2026 – Orsa Grönklitt 50k ITT Women – Sweden – 50km
• Event 9: March 8, 2026 – Orsa Grönklitt 50k ITT Men – Sweden – 50km
• Event 10: March 14, 2026 – Birkebeinerrennet – Norway – 54km
• Event 11: March 21, 2026 – Marcialonga Bodø – Norway – 50km
• Event 12: March 28, 2026 – Reistadløpet – Norway – 35km
• Event 13: March 29, 2026 – Grand Finale Summit 2 Senja – Norway – 60km

For more updates and detailed information about the Ski Classics Pro Tour, make sure to visit skiclassics.com

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