In a heartfelt revelation, Norwegian skier Kristin Fosnäs disclosed her traumatic experience during a relay race at the 2025 World Championships. In an interview with TV2, she recounted the immense pressure she faced as the youngest member of the Norwegian women's relay team, which also included renowned athletes like Therese Johaug and Heidi Weng. The emotional burden she carried was compounded by the knowledge that she was seen as the weakest link by her teammates and the public alike.

Fosnäs vividly described an instance when she was set to compete against Swedish superstar Jonna Sundling, a moment she found particularly daunting. It was her debut race with the national team, and she was assigned the anchor leg at their home stadium, which intensified her anxiety. She expressed that it was the most nerve-wracking experience she had ever endured, leading to overwhelming feelings of fear and insecurity regarding her performance.

The pressure mounted as Norway entered the final leg of the race with a significant lead of 37 seconds, yet this feeling of being in a 'lose-lose' situation loomed larger for Fosnäs. Ultimately, her fears were realized as she struggled against the world's fastest sprinters, resulting in a disappointing outcome for the team. This experience highlights the intense psychological challenges athletes face, particularly beginners under the spotlight, and points toward the need for better mental health support in competitive sports.