Lahti

Two Russian cross-country skiers, Saveli Korosteljov and Darja Neprjajeva, will participate in the Salpausselkä Games this weekend, competition manager Tami Kiuru confirmed.

Eirin Maria Kvandal claimed victory in the women's ski flying World Cup race in Vikersund on Saturday, edging out Frida Westman in a tight competition. Nika Prevc led after the first round but settled for third after a 204.5-meter final jump.

TikTok will become the main user of a new data center in Lahti, Finland, with a €1 billion investment to store European users' videos and related data, planned to start operations in 2027.

Swedish cross-country skier Ebba Andersson has declined to compete in the World Cup in Lahti to focus on long-distance events, a decision that has drawn dissatisfaction from national team management. This move comes after her recent Olympic 50km gold and Swedish championship victory, highlighting her shift towards marathon skiing ambitions.

Swedish cross-country skier Emma Ribom has withdrawn from this weekend's World Cup competitions in Lahti, Finland, due to illness, with Moa Lundgren stepping in as her replacement. The Swedish ski national team cited fever sensation with increasing symptoms as the reason for her absence.

Sofia Goggia claimed a super-G victory in alpine skiing, while Swedish skiers led by Jonna Sundling excelled in cross-country events in Lahti. The results tightened World Cup standings with key races remaining.

Johannes Hösflot Kläbo won the men's ten kilometer classic style race in Lahti, Finland, with a commanding 22-second margin over compatriot Martin Löwström Nyenget. Savelij Korostelev finished third, marking Russia's first World Cup podium since their return.

Lars Heggen placed second in the sprint final in Lahti, repeating his result from the previous weekend in Falun, with both races won by Johannes Hösflot Kläbo.

Domen Prevc was disqualified from a ski jumping competition in Lahti, Finland, on March 5, 2026, after initially celebrating victory, with Philipp Raimund declared the winner.