The World Cup season in skiing culminates in Oslo with the traditional Femmila race, where for the first time women and men will compete on the same track almost simultaneously.
The World Cup season of skiing in Europe is reaching its peak as the traditional Femmila takes place in Holmenkollen, Oslo. This year marks a groundbreaking moment in sports history, as both women and men will be skied simultaneously on the same track, which is a first for this prestigious event. The men's race begins at 11 AM Finnish time, followed by the women's race approximately 45 minutes later, with the women's start occurring while the men are completing their laps on the 8.3-kilometer course.
Particular attention is directed at the Finnish athlete Krista Pärmäkoski, who will be concluding her career at Holmenkollen. Her participation adds emotional depth to the event, making it significant not only for the sport but also for her personal journey. Alongside Pärmäkoski, the national team also bids farewell to head coach Teemu Pasanen, marking a notable transition in Finnish skiing.
The Finnish team comprises prominent athletes including Hilla Niemelä, Kerttu Niskanen, and Krista Pärmäkoski for the women, along with male competitors Niko Anttola and Petteri Koivisto among others. IS will provide live coverage of the competition, ensuring fans can follow this historic occasion as it unfolds in real-time.
