Later that same day, the gold in the women's skiathlon was won by Swedish athlete Frida Karlsson. The silver medal went to her compatriot Ebba Andersson, while the bronze was claimed by Norwegian Heidi Weng. Frida emphasized that her victory is the result of many years of work by the team and coaches.
The Japanese delegation also attracted public attention during the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics. Japanese athletes took to the stage not only with their national flag but also with the flag of the host country, which many spectators perceived as a gesture of respect towards the organizers of the Games.
