The Norwegian skiing management faced a setback when they were unable to replace athlete Mattis Stenshagen, who fell ill and had to return home. The management considered bringing in reserve athlete Andreas Fjorden Ree, but the International Olympic Committee's LARLARLate Athlete Replacement rules do not allow adjustments for competitors who have already participated in the events. Chef de Mission Tore Øvrebø explained that while they sought to add a new athlete, the situation is governed by the regulations set forth by FIS, which currently does not permit substitutions under these circumstances.

Norway, as reported by Adresseavisen, is not planning to challenge this decision, accepting the implications of the existing rules. Fjorden Ree, reflecting on the situation, expressed his intention to continue with his plans, stating that the rejection does not alter his immediate training schedules or preparations for upcoming competitions. He remains focused on competing in ski events scheduled for the weekend while maintaining a positive attitude toward the situation

This incident highlights the strictness of Olympic regulations and how they can impact national teams. It poses questions regarding the flexibility and fairness of such rules for athletes who fall ill, stressing the need for possible reforms in the future to better accommodate unforeseen circumstances like illness and injury among athletes participating in the Games.