Yesterday, Expressen announced that several star riders were considering leaving the national team. The magazine also claimed that Mattias Nilsson and Fredrik Uusitalo would leave their roles as men's coach - tasks that SVT Sport also had.
The Swedish Ski Association has confirmed that both Nilsson and Uusitalo are leaving their assignments.
- The work as a national team coach is fantastic in many ways and fun, but at the same time it is very intense and special. There is a lot that should be at work and at home. After two years on the road, it is time to be home more, says Mattias Nilsson in a press release.
- I am grateful for the time we got with the national team, but now I want to be home with my children over the summer and autumn. I look forward to it very much now, ”says Uusitalo.
Their employment expires last April. It is unclear where the career is heading for the union.
"They have been very appreciated"Long-time manager Daniel Fåhraeus is pleased with their efforts.
- The Swedish Ski Federation would like to thank Mattias and Fredrik, who have done a fantastic job in their roles as national team coach. They have been greatly appreciated by both riders and employees, Fåhraeus says.
The length manager focuses on hiring a new national team manager, hopefully in early April.
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