The Swedish cross-country skiing team is currently in disarray due to a flu outbreak affecting several athletes, including prominent skiers Frida Karlsson, William Poromaa, and Linn Svahn, as well as wax manager Anders Svanebo. Notably, both Karlsson and Poromaa were considered strong contenders for success in the weekend's 50-kilometer races. The situation escalated quickly, with the team announcing Poromaa's flu symptoms shortly after Karlsson's diagnosis, culminating in the unfortunate news that Poromaa would be returning home from the Olympics due to his deteriorating health condition.

Dr. Rickard Noberius provided insights on Poromaa's health, indicating that he is experiencing significant physical issues related to an infection, which would prevent him from participating in the highly anticipated race. Anders Byström, the head coach of the team, expressed deep disappointment in losing Poromaa, who was seen as Sweden's best hope for a medal in the 50-kilometer event. With symptoms beginning after Friday's training session, Poromaa was isolated from his teammates in an effort to prevent further spread of the illness throughout the already vulnerable team.

Compounding the problem, gold medalist Linn Svahn had already been isolated from the team earlier due to flu-like symptoms, showcasing the breadth of the outbreak's impact on Sweden's Olympic aspirations. As the situation unfolds, the Swedish team's chances in the upcoming competitions appear to be significantly diminished, leading to concerns about the overall performance and morale of a team that once had high hopes for the Olympic Games.