The Swedish cross-country skiing team is in turmoil as athletes express a loss of faith in head coach Anders Byström, prompting calls for his dismissal. Reported by the Swedish newspaper Expressen, athletes have anonymously criticized Byström's leadership, pointing to weak communication and poor management practices as their main concerns. Additionally, they are dissatisfied with how star athlete Linn Svahn was treated during the Olympic Games.

Linn Svahn, who won a gold medal in the sprint event early in the Olympics, declined a place on the relay team due to illness. Despite this setback, she was focused on competing in the crucial 50-kilometer race. However, sources from Expressen indicate that the national team had indicated green lights to five athletes for this important event even though there were only four spots available, leading to one athlete needing to be cut from the roster. Unfortunately for Svahn, she was the chosen one.

The situation escalated when Svahn learned about her removal via a text message informing her of a return flight home instead of competing. This incident has sparked significant backlash amongst her teammates and the skiing community, unearthing deeper issues within the team’s structure and leadership. The calls for Byström's resignation signify not only the frustration with his management but also reflect an urgent need for change in the team's approach leading into future competitions.