Anders Larsson facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Anders Larsson |
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| Country |  Sweden |
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| Born | October 3, 1961 Karlstad, Sweden |
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| Ski club | Bondsjöhöjdens IK | |||||||||||||
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| Seasons | 1982, 1984, 1988 | |||||||||||||
| Indiv. podiums | 0 | |||||||||||||
| Indiv. starts | 4 | |||||||||||||
| Team starts | 0 | |||||||||||||
| Overall titles | 0 – (33rd in 1988) | |||||||||||||
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Anders Larsson, born on October 3, 1961, in Karlstad, Sweden, is a former Swedish cross-country skier. He was known for his strong performances in long-distance races. During his sports career, he represented the club Bondsjöhöjdens IK.
Anders Larsson's Skiing Career
Anders Larsson competed in several important skiing events. He was a talented athlete who trained hard to achieve his goals.
Olympic Experience
Anders Larsson had the chance to compete in the 1984 Winter Olympics in Sarajevo. This was a big moment for him. He took part in the challenging 50-kilometer race, finishing in 39th place. The Olympics are a dream for many athletes, and participating is a huge achievement.
Major Wins and Awards
In 1987, Anders Larsson achieved a very impressive victory. He won the famous Vasaloppet race. This is one of the oldest and longest cross-country ski races in the world, covering 90 kilometers. Winning Vasaloppet is a major highlight for any Swedish cross-country skier.
He also received a special honor in 1982. He was given the Sixten Jernberg Award. This award recognizes young skiers who show great promise and talent in cross-country skiing. It is named after Sixten Jernberg, a legendary Swedish skier.
