In a recent commentary on the state of the skiing season, Eero Hirvonen, an Olympic medalist in combined skiing, expressed his frustrations regarding the sparse competition schedule following the Winter Olympics. With only three individual events remaining, he feels that the season is ending too soon, especially compared to other winter sports like skiing and ski jumping, which have more extensive calendars. Also, fellow athlete Ilkka Herola echoed these sentiments, suggesting that there seems to be a demand for more competitive weekends to utilize the athletes' peak performance after major championships.

The combined World Cup season is set to conclude next weekend at the iconic Holmenkollen in Oslo, a venue known for its rich history in winter sports. Both Hirvonen and Herola acknowledged the demanding nature of the current competition format, where athletes endure long competition days. However, they argue that it might be beneficial to provide more opportunities for athletes to showcase their talents post-Olympics, especially when they have less pressure and nothing to lose.

As the Lahti World Cup approaches, featuring a mixed-gender competition, the athletes’ concerns about the season's structure may prompt discussions about the future scheduling of events in the combined skiing field. This could potentially lead to changes that accommodate more competitions and better align with athletes' needs, ultimately enhancing the excitement and engagement of the sport.