Vasaloppet
Oskar Kardin wins 102nd Vasaloppet in heavy snow after dramatic ski swap
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Sweden's Oskar Kardin triumphed in the men's 102nd Vasaloppet on March 1, 2026, clocking 4:14:45.5 after swapping skis mid-race amid heavy snow on the 90km course from Sälen to Mora. Norway's Emilie Fleten dominated the women's race in 4:24:26.3, while Frenchman Jérémy Royer claimed a strong 16th place.
Nursing assistant Tove Helmersson at Mora lasarett describes the care during Vasalopps week as something one cannot be proud of. The surgical department faces chaos due to insufficient staffing while admitting new patients.
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On the eve of the 90km Vasaloppet race from Sälen to Mora in Sweden, French athletes from various teams express a mix of excitement and caution due to tough conditions and weather uncertainties. Coach Maxime Grenard highlights the importance of group positioning and refueling for his Team Nordic Expérience Coste – Fromageries Marcel Petite squad. Notably, recent Transju’Classic winner Thomas Joly has withdrawn due to illness.