During a skiing competition at the Lahti Salpausselä, Norwegian athlete Johannes Kläbo maintained his winning streak by taking first place in the men's 10-kilometer classic style race. Kläbo's compatriot, Martin Nyenget, secured second place, finishing just over twenty seconds behind him. Competing as a neutral athlete, Russian Saveli Korostelev placed third. Although the Finnish competitors did not achieve podium finishes, their performances showcased strength and competitiveness.

Among the Finnish athletes, Arsi Ruuskanen celebrated his best-ever World Cup placement by finishing fourth, just missing the podium by seven seconds. After the race, Ruuskanen expressed satisfaction with his performance and the positive support he received, setting his sights on securing a podium finish in future competitions. Additionally, Iivo Niskanen, who had been ill during the Olympics, finished fifth in the event, while Ville Ahonen also performed commendably, finishing eighth.

Despite the encouraging results of the Finnish participants, the absence of a podium finish was felt by the local audience at Salpausselä, who could not celebrate a victory. Niskanen's unexpected struggles, highlighted by his comments about feeling 'confused,' indicate the challenges athletes face in high-pressure situations, further amplifying the dynamics and competition within the sport. Overall, the event highlighted both the strength of Finnish skiing and the dominance of Kläbo in the sport.