Norwegian cross-country skier Emil Iversen, 34, is considering continuing his career after winning medals at the Olympics. Iversen took bronze in the 50-kilometer race and was part of the Norwegian team that won gold in the relay. He had planned to retire after the season but is now thinking about aiming for the World Championships in Falun next year.
Iversen said the season has been a big surprise after many difficult years, including working as a TV expert during last year's World Championships. He described the competition and uncertainty around selections as draining, stating he hit a wall after returning from the Olympics and has been in a tough struggle for two to three months. In an interview, Iversen joked that he is the people's man and said the people can decide if he continues.
He described the competition and uncertainty around selections as draining, stating he hit a wall after returning from the Olympics and has been in a tough struggle for two to three months.
Norwegian broadcaster NRK started a vote, where most so far want him to continue. Separately, Swedish equestrian Ludwig Svennerstål has become the new national coach for Norway in eventing, aiming to lead the country to success. Svennerstål said he hopes Swedish experiences will help Norway take the next step in eventing, a sport where Sweden has been more successful so far.
He mentioned being inspired by skiers Frida Karlsson and Johannes Høsflot Klæbo, who trained together before the Olympics and later achieved major wins. Svennerstål believes there is hope for a bright future for Norwegian eventing, with some riders on the rise, and his goal is to help them transition from promising youth riders to professionals. He compared eventing to Formula 1, emphasizing the importance of good horses.
In an interview, Iversen joked that he is the people's man and said the people can decide if he continues.
Svennerstål held his first training as national coach in Norway recently, but he continues to live in Stockholm.
Svennerstål said he hopes Swedish experiences will help Norway take the next step in eventing, a sport where Sweden has been more successful so far.
He mentioned being inspired by skiers Frida Karlsson and Johannes Høsflot Klæbo, who trained together before the Olympics and later achieved major wins.
He compared eventing to Formula 1, emphasizing the importance of good horses.