The organizer announced that Pedersen will serve as acting daily manager for the upcoming race. The position was previously held by Merete Jørstad, according to official sources. Finnmarksløpet has also been granted VM status for next year.
The organization is now looking for a new daily manager, with the application deadline set for June 1. The position is based in Alta. It remains unclear why Pedersen left the acting role or who the candidates are for the permanent position.