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  • 6 hours ago

    Ski Classics 2025/26 kicks off this weekend

    Ski Classics is a series of televised long-distance cross-country ski races, and the 2025/26 edition consists of 13 prestigious races in six countries. In Sweden, SVT broadcasts all events live. Below you’ll find this season’s race schedule and previous winners. Vasaloppet is the crown jewel, and one of the four Grand Classics races. Already, all ten of the top ten men from Vasaloppet 2025 and nine of the top ten women are registered for the 102nd Vasaloppet on March 1, 2026. And yes, we can confirm that Petter Northug is also registered for Vasaloppet!

  • 6 days ago

    Eleven Grand Classics victories: Nygaard on the road to the top and the dream of a third Vasaloppet win

    Norwegian skier Andreas Nygaard has more Ski Classics victories than any other man in history. His eleven Grand Classics wins stand out the most. At Vasaloppet, he has finished in the top ten nine times, including two victories and two second places. Here, he speaks about how Vasaloppet changed his career, the “new way” to decide races, and he shares advice ahead of your first winter ski session.

  • 2 weeks ago

    Maja and William appointed Vasaloppet’s Kranskulla and Kransmas for 2026

    Today marks exactly 100 days until the 102nd Vasaloppet, taking place on Sunday, March 1, 2026, and the names of the Kranskulla and Kransmas were announced today at a press conference at Café Zorn in Mora. The honours go to Maja Stefansson, representing IFK Mora Gymnastikklubb, and William Mathisen, representing Sälens IF. Both have paused their international careers this year, as cross-country skier and snowboarder respectively, so what could be more fitting than serving as Kranskulla and Kransmas?

  • 3 weeks ago

    News: Every participant in Vasaloppet 2026 will receive a hat as a gift

    Whether you’re skiing the race for the very first time or returning as an experienced veteran, we at Vasaloppet believe that everyone taking part in the world’s biggest cross-country ski race deserves something extra. That’s why we’re celebrating our long-standing partnership with Craft by giving every participant the Vasaloppet Thermal Hat on Sunday, March 1, 2026.

  • 3 weeks ago

    “I thought it would pass quickly” – Magni Smedås on exhaustion, recovery, and the Vasaloppet dream

    After being in the best shape of her life ahead of last season, everything fell apart for Norwegian long-distance star Magni Smedås. A virus led to chronic fatigue syndrome, and her season ended early in December. Now, Magni opens up about the difficult road back, her emotional Alliansloppet victory, and her dream of one day winning Vasaloppet. She also shares her best tips for effective double poling training.

  • 3 weeks ago

    Vasaloppet – a cultural treasure of Sweden

    On September 2, 2025, the Swedish government unveiled its official cultural canon – a curated list of 100 works and traditions that define the soul of Sweden. The selection focuses on cultural contributions created before 1975, offering a timeless snapshot of the nation’s identity. Among classic literature, pioneering art, and iconic design, one tradition stands out as the only sporting event to be included: Vasaloppet.

  • 1 month ago

    Alvar Myhlback – youngest ever winner of Vasaloppet: “The dream began with Ungdomsvasan”

    On March 2, 2025, Alvar Myhlback made history as the youngest ever winner of Vasaloppet, before his 19th birthday. With a journey that began when he was just eight, competing in Ungdomsvasan, this skier from Bjursås has steadily worked his way to the top. Now he shares the story of his road to victory, his training philosophy, and his ambitions for future triumphs under the iconic finish line arch in Mora. He also gives training advice for exercisers who are about to move from roller skis to snow for the upcoming season.

  • 2 months ago

    Take part in a seeding race – start in group 9 or higher in Vasaloppet 2026

    Are you planning to ski a seeding race this winter? Or did you finish Tjejvasan, Öppet Spår or Vasaloppet 45 during the Winter Week 2025? If so, you’ll automatically be seeded in at least start group 9 for Vasaloppet 2026. There are still places available for the 102nd Vasaloppet on Sunday, March 1, 2026, so if you’ve ever dreamed of taking part in the biggest and most classic ski race of all, now’s your chance!

  • 2 months ago

    Tjejvasan is approaching – Jenny Larsson gears up with a new record and training tips

    Registration is in full swing for Tjejvasan on February 21, 2026 – the world’s largest ski race exclusively for women. More than 6,000 participants have already signed up, but there are still start places available. The reigning champion is Jenny Larsson from Lager 157 Ski Team, after an impressive performance in Tjejvasan 2025. Here, Jenny talks about what Tjejvasan means to her and shares her training tips for recreational skiers.

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