The final World Cup sprint of the season in Lake Placid, USA, resulted in a Swedish podium sweep. Linn Svahn won the race, followed by Jonna Sundling in second place and Maja Dahlqvist in third. Dahlqvist's third-place finish secured her the overall sprint cup title for the third time in her career.
The event was held on classic terrain, the same location as the 1980 Olympics. Swedish skier Emma Ribom withdrew from the sprint due to stomach issues, as announced by the national team. Norwegian skier Kristine Stavås Skistad did not compete, with the Norwegian team stating she chose to skip the event to prepare for the Norwegian championships at home.
she heard Skistad was tired of losing to the Swedes
According to Expressen Sport, Dahlqvist commented that she heard Skistad was tired of losing to the Swedes, while Sundling and Svahn expressed disappointment at her absence, noting it makes for better competitions when all top skiers are present. The sprint qualification started at 15:30 Swedish time.
it makes for better competitions when all top skiers are present