The Finnish Ski Association and the Olympic Committee have officially protested to the International Ski Federation (FIS) concerning the events of a recent sprint competition. The protest is based on information that has emerged following the conclusion of the race. Notably, FIS had granted the Norwegian team a special permit to use a wax container at the service area during the sprint heats, which contradicts pre-race guidelines sent to all teams, and FIS failed to notify other national teams about this exception.

Furthermore, the U.S. team was observed bringing a prohibited liquid to the service area, yet FIS did not take any action regarding this violation. The FIS later apologized for its oversight and acknowledged that a mistake occurred in their handling of the event. The Ski Association and the Olympic Committee believe that FIS's actions have violated principles of fair play as well as their own rules, and they have called for the competition results to be amended in a manner that reflects a scenario where no team gains an unfair advantage.

The implications of this situation extend beyond the immediate competition, raising questions about the governance and consistency of regulations within FIS. The Finnish authorities are advocating for accountability and a closer adherence to the principles that govern sportsmanship, as they seek to ensure equitable treatment for all participating nations in future competitions.