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Skavlan Criticised for Questioning Swedish Skier's Absence

In a recent Skavlan episode, Swedish cross‑country skiers Ebba Andersson and Frida Karlsson talked about the Olympics, and host Fredrik Skavlan was criticised for asking why Karlsson was missing from the race.

During the interview, Andersson and Karlsson highlighted their performances at the Italian Olympics, where Andersson won gold and silver and Karlsson earned two golds and a silver. Skavlan asked Andersson why Karlsson was not competing, a question Andersson described as the most “idiotic” she had received.

Skavlan apologized, noting the question stemmed from his own curiosity. Andersson stressed that elite sport thrives on challenges, especially when Karlsson is on the start line. The exchange drew laughter and applause from the audience.