William Poromaa had to go home earlier from Val Senales, where the national team held its last camp before the start of the season, due to a cold.

Yesterday, national team doctor Jan Wall told SVT Sport that it was "doubtful" whether the 20-year-old could compete in Gällivare.

And today comes the definitive message: there will be no start this weekend.

- It is true that William will not drive in Gällivare, the reason is the illness he contracted in Val Senales.

We prioritize having a period of training and being good and being good for a period before we get on the starting line, says Lars Ljung.

SVT Sport broadcasts the competitions from Gällivare starting at 09.30 on Friday on SVT1.

SEE ALSO: The giant tribute to Poromaa: "Can be the best in the world"

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The huge tribute to Poromaa: "Can be the best in the world" Photo: SVT