Calle Halfvarsson targets individual World Championship medal in Falun

Swedish cross-country skier Calle Halfvarsson has expressed his ambition to win an individual medal at the upcoming World Championships in Falun. Despite being out of the Swedish national team for two seasons, the 37-year-old aims to secure this milestone before potentially retiring from the traditional circuit.

To prepare for the championships, Halfvarsson has moved to Lillehammer, Norway, to train with the private Team Swenor-Splitkon under coach Vetle Leander Johansen. He reported that his training involves more intense interval sessions than in previous years. Physical tests have been encouraging, with results nearing his personal bests.

Halfvarsson is specifically focusing on the 10 km classic event. To earn a spot on the Swedish team, he believes he must perform strongly in upcoming races, such as those in Bruksvallarna. Following his competitive career, he may transition to long-distance Ski Classics racing to spend more time with his family.