In a surprising turn of events during the women's ski relay, Sweden's favorite skier Ebba Andersson fell not once but twice, demonstrating the unpredictable nature of competitive skiing. The second fall was particularly dramatic, with Andersson taking a considerable tumble during a downhill section, resulting in her losing one of her skis as it slid away. This mishap thrust her into a challenging situation, forcing her to run a significant distance while clutching her ski until rescue from the Swedish support team could provide her with a replacement.

Despite the setback, Andersson displayed remarkable resilience, managing to recover quickly and return to the race. However, the fall cost her valuable time, with reports estimating a loss of at least a minute in the anchor leg of the relay. This unfortunate event created a substantial gap, and when she completed her segment, Sweden found itself trailing Norway by a minute and ten seconds.

Ultimately, Sweden secured second place in the women's relay, following Norway, who triumphed with a 50.9-second lead. Finland managed to clinch the third spot, illustrating the competitive nature of international ski racing, and highlighting the strategic importance of each team member's performance, especially in relay events where every second counts.