In the relay, Jens Burman sent William Poromaa out on the last leg with a medal feeling.
And it was only four seconds since the World Cup debutant Poromaa won Sweden's first medal on the men's side in the championship.
So close but still so far away.
After the race, everyone saw the fraternal hug between the riders, when Burman stepped forward and embraced his teammate.
- I thought he did well, and that he should not feel too depressed.
It was a bit like I thought, says Jens Burman to SVT Sport.
"Can benefit greatly from each other"
When it's time for today's five miles, however, they compete with each other, but will also benefit from each other.
- When it is pulled towards the end then we drive on.
But during the competition itself, we can benefit greatly from each other.
It is favorable that both are involved and fighting for it, says William Poromaa to SVT Sport.
There is also an internal rivalry.
- You still want to beat him, you can say it is an extra spice, says Jens Burman.