Stina Nilsson makes a career decision after season break

by Ingeborg Scheve • 28.04.2026
Stina Nilsson
In March, the Swedish ski star put an end to her season. Now, she has made a decision about her future.

In March, the Swedish ski star put an end to her season. Now, she has made a decision about her future.

When Stina Nilsson transitioned to long-distance skiing two years ago, she signed a two-year contract with Team Ragde Charge, the Norwegian Pro Team led by brothers Jørgen and Anders Aukland. That contract has now expired.

The first season was a fairy tale from the first double poling to the Grand Finale in April. However, the following season proved to be extremely challenging. By March, she decided to end her season early, withdrawing from the final events.

“There have certainly been some bright spots, but I’ve concluded that the best thing right now is to end the season and allow my body and mind to recover,” said the 32-year-old when she made her decision.

Nilsson’s only victory this season came at Engadin La Diagonela in January. She also finished second at the Bad Gastein Criterium in December.

Also Read: Strong performances and sprint finishes define Engadin La Diagonela

Has made a decision

Now, Nilsson has made a decision about her future. She will continue as a long-distance skier. This was confirmed by team manager Jørgen Aukland of Team Ragde Charge to Langrenn.com.

“Stina is incredibly disappointed with how the season has gone. But now she is highly motivated to bounce back and win races,” he said to Langrenn.com.

“She is and will continue to be our main athlete,” Aukland added.

The remaining women’s squad for Team Ragde Charge has not yet been finalized.

Stina Nilsson won the Vasaloppet on her first attempt – with over five minutes to spare. Now she dreams of doing it again. The Swedish ski star continues with the Norwegian Pro Team Team Ragde Charge. Photo: Reichert/NordicFocus

Are you interested in Ski Classics and long-distance skiing? Click HERE and read more about it.

Show sharing buttons

Subscribe to our newsletter

Most read

  • 20.01.2023, Zuoz Switzerland (SUI): Chris Andre Jespersen (NOR), Astrid Oyre Slind (NOR), (l-r) - Ski Classics La Diagonela, Zuoz (SUI).
    1

    Coach leaving Team Aker Dæhlie

    by Ingeborg Scheve
    11.05.2026
  • Myhlback
    1

    Myhlback switches ski brand

    by ProXCskiing.com
    09.07.2026
  • Virtanen
    1

    Virtanen attempts 700km non-stop roller ski journey around Estonia

    by ProXCskiing.com
    24.07.2026
  • Astrid Oyre Slind
    1

    Øyre Slind and Musgrave dominate Lysebotn Opp double poling 2026

    by Leandro Lutz
    05.08.2026
  • Blink
    1

    All you need to know ahead of the Blink Festival 2026

    by ProXCskiing.com
    03.08.2026

More Articles

  • Michelon Blink

    Michelon wins biathlon super sprint at Blink Festival 2026

    The third day of the Blink Festival 2026 in Sandnes, Norway, featured high-paced biathlon action as Oceane Michelon claimed victory in the women’s super sprint.
    by Leandro Lutz
    07.08.2026
  • Stenshagen wins Blink Festival 15km mass start

    by Leandro Lutz
    07.08.2026
  • Udnes Weng wins Blink Festival 10km mass start

    by Leandro Lutz
    07.08.2026
  • Virtanen sets World Record with 601km roller ski journey around Estonia

    by ProXCskiing.com
    07.08.2026
  • Myhlback wins Blink Classics 2026

    by Leandro Lutz
    06.08.2026