The Salpaus competitions in Lahti are reaching their peak on Sunday, with Finnish athletes participating in prestigious cross-country skiing events. Among the top names competing in the women’s 10-kilometer classic race are Kerttu Niskanen, Johanna Matintalo, Arsi Ruuskanen, and Iivo Niskanen, highlighting the strong presence of talented skiers in this event. The women will start their race at 11:30 AM, while the men's event is scheduled to begin at 1:15 PM.

In the afternoon, the ski jumping competition featuring Niko Kytösaho and Antti Aalto is set to draw attention as well, with both athletes showcasing impressive performances—Kytösaho claiming eighth place in his home hill event on Saturday and Aalto finishing fifth on Friday. Their strong showings lead into the men's pair competition, which is set to start at 4:00 PM. This event showcases top Finnish athletes as they seek to maintain their status in international disciplines.

As the events unfold, Ilta-Sanomat will provide live updates, following the moments of the competitions and the progress of the athletes. This day is significant not only for the athletes but also for Finnish fans who support their homegrown talents in these challenging international competitions, reinforcing a sense of national pride and sportsmanship in Lahti.