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Ebba Andersson made history by winning the women's first Olympic 30-kilometer ski race, though her achievement was overshadowed by Sweden's disappointing performance overall.

A column discusses humorous moments and highlights from the 2026 Winter Olympics, focusing on some notable athletes and incidents.

The article discusses the darker aspects of Norway's winning culture, which contributes significantly to the country's success in winter sports, particularly as it aims for medals in the 2026 Winter Olympics.

The writer critiques the Swedish Olympic Committee's (SOK) handling of the Olympic team at the 2014 Sochi Games, particularly regarding athlete Charlotte Kalla's struggles in the final race.

The article discusses the challenges faced by the Swedish cross-country skiing team and the search for new talent amid a crisis.

Johan Esk argues that Swedish infighting was more detrimental to the curling team's Olympic performance than alleged cheating by Canada.

The article discusses the current state of the Swedish men's national ice hockey team, highlighting issues that reflect broader problems in Swedish sports regarding male representation and performance.

Sweden secured a relay gold in the Olympics despite a wolf dog interrupting the event's proceedings.

Sebastian Samuelsson stands out in the Swedish Olympic team as both an exciting athlete and a subject of interest regarding his future plans.

Snowfall in the Italian Alps is seen as a boon for climate change skeptics, with future Winter Olympics needing to incorporate summer sports.

The article criticizes the handling of young Swedish ski talent Alvar Myhlback, comparing his experience to that of football star Zlatan Ibrahimovic in his early career.

Martin Ponsiluoma's outstanding performance in biathlon at the Olympics marked a turnaround for Swedish biathlon, leading to his gold medal win.

Swedish skier Ebba Andersson had a challenging moment during the Olympic relay when she fell, but managed to handle the situation with notable composure.

Norwegian biathlete Sturla Holm Lægreid sets Olympic records while reflecting on the selfishness in elite sports.

The article discusses the triumph of Swedish skiers Frida Karlsson and Ebba Andersson, emphasizing the fleeting nature of success and the pressures that come next.

Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevytj has been disqualified for refusing to compete without a helmet that commemorates athletes killed in the war.

Sweden's ice hockey team, Tre Kronor, heads into the Olympics with a largely unknown roster, featuring only a handful of notable players.

Linn Svahn pushes her limits following a concussion, amidst the backdrop of a historic medal sweep for Swedish women in the Winter Olympics.

The article discusses Swedish skier Jonna Sundling's preparation for Olympic sprint events, focusing on her concerns over fragile ski poles after an incident where a competitor's pole broke.

The article discusses Lindsey Vonn's dramatic recent crash at the Olympics, marking a shocking turn in her long and tumultuous career.

Frida Karlsson's overwhelming performance in her first Olympic race secured her a gold medal, showcasing the support of fellow Swedish skier Ebba Andersson and the pride of the Swedish nation.

Sweden's Olympic team boasts a historic women's squad with four clear gold medal contenders, yet faces two significant threats to their success.

In a time when the real world seems chaotic, the sports world provides comforting words from key figures like the Pope, an Olympic official, and skier Frida Karlsson.

Sports columnist Johan Esk reflects on the past week in sports, discussing the implications of the OS case.

Johan Esk reflects on the mixed emotions evoked by a past interview with Nils van der Poel, one of Sweden's prominent Olympic heroes.