Sweden to Host 2025 Roller Skiing World Cup Following Kazakhstan's Withdrawal
Sweden will host the 2025 Roller Skiing World Cup in Trollhättan after Kazakhstan's withdrawal.
Key Points
- • Sweden to host the 2025 Roller Skiing World Cup from August 29 to 31.
- • Kazakhstan withdrew hosting due to financial and logistical issues.
- • The event will include a sprint, a 48 km classic race, and junior competitions.
- • This is Sweden's first hosting of the World Cup in roller skiing since 2016.
In a significant development for Swedish sports, the Swedish Ski Federation has officially appointed Trollhättan Action Week as the organizer for the 2025 Roller Skiing World Cup, which will take place from August 29 to 31, 2025. This prestigious sporting event marks the first World Cup in roller skiing hosted by Sweden since 2016, following Kazakhstan's withdrawal due to financial and logistical difficulties.
The announcement was made after a FIS meeting in Portugal, where Lars Öberg, the length manager at the Swedish Ski Federation, expressed enthusiasm about this opportunity to showcase rolling skiing in Sweden. Öberg noted that the hosting not only reflects the growing interest in the sport, but it also sets the stage for future events. The World Cup will feature multiple competitions, including a sprint on the first day, the classic Alliansloppet over 48 km on the second day, and an individual distance race in classical style on the final day.
Fredrik Liljesäter, Event Manager at Trollhättan Action Week, shared the organization's pride in hosting this significant event. He highlighted the World Cup's recognition of their commitment to roller skiing events like Alliansloppet. The event will also encompass junior competitions, appealing to a broader range of participants, and enhancing its significance.
The preliminary schedule allows for exciting competitions and presents a unique opportunity for fans of the sport. The junior World Championships, which were initially slated for Kazakhstan, will concurrently take place in Madona, Latvia from July 17-20, 2025. This strategic shift enhances the competition landscape for roller skiing, with Trollhättan eager to welcome athletes and fans alike.