“It has been a long and tough season with too many days away from home.

So this time I choose to prioritize time at home instead ", writes Samuelsson on Instagram.

In the final in Holmenkollen last week, Samuelsson secured third place in the overall World Cup.

It was the first time in 29 years that a Swedish gentleman came in the top three in the total.

The Swedish Biathlon Championships will be decided Saturday-Monday in Piteå.