Bruksvallarna 5 k classic

Kalla Wins Bruksvallarna 5 k by 25 Seconds; Henriksson Rebounds to Third

Alex KochonNovember 20, 2015

Charlotte Kalla met expectations in winning the 5 k classic opener in Bruksvallarna, Sweden, yet her coach pointed out she's exceptionally prepared this year. Then there was Ida Ingemarsdotter, 25 seconds back, and the biggest surprise of the day: Sofia Henriksson in third after nearly a year away from racing.

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Drama in Bruksvallarna: Olsson Capitalizes on Announcer Error; Jönsson and Haag Swap Chips

Inge ScheveNovember 21, 20141

Johan Olsson reigned supreme in the first FIS race of the season in Bruksvallarna on Friday, edging fellow Swedish national-team member Calle Halfvarsson by 0.4 seconds because of an announcer flub (and a self-described cocky move) at the finish. Charlotte Kalla topped the women's field by 13.4 seconds with a surprise first-year senior, Sophia Henriksson, in second.