Emil Joensson of Sweden won the first World Cup race of his career, outsprinting last year’s World Junior Sprint Champion, Ivan Ivanov of Russia. Matias Strandvall (FIN) gained his first World Cup podium in the third spot.
 in his first race since requiring shoulder surgery after a collision during training in early December, finished an impressive 5th. At the time of the accident, doctors told the German that he would miss the rest of the season. Apparently he has several screws and a plate holding the shoulder together.</p>
<p>American Garrott Kuzzy raced to a stunning 9th place finish in his first World Cup sprint. Kuzzy struggled in the pursuit, but came back with a strong race in the 15km freestyle, finishing 34th. But he saved the best for last, just making the heats with the 29th fastest qualifying time.</p>
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