Anna Holmlund
Anna Holmlund (born 3 October 1987) is a Swedish freestyle skier specializing in ski cross. She has competed at the highest levels of the sport, including the FIS Freestyle Ski World Cup and the Winter Olympics.
Early Life[edit | edit source]
Anna Holmlund was born in Sundsvall, Sweden. She began skiing at a young age and quickly showed talent in various disciplines. Holmlund initially competed in alpine skiing before transitioning to ski cross, a sport that combines elements of alpine skiing and snowboarding.
Career[edit | edit source]
Holmlund made her debut in the FIS Freestyle Ski World Cup in 2009. She quickly established herself as one of the top competitors in the sport. Over her career, she has achieved multiple podium finishes and has been a consistent presence in the top rankings.
World Cup Success[edit | edit source]
Holmlund has been particularly successful in the FIS Freestyle Ski World Cup, where she has won several events and secured numerous podium finishes. Her aggressive style and technical skills have made her a formidable competitor.
Olympic Participation[edit | edit source]
Anna Holmlund represented Sweden in the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver and the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi. In Sochi, she finished in third place, earning a bronze medal in the women's ski cross event.
Injury and Recovery[edit | edit source]
In December 2016, Holmlund suffered a severe head injury during a training run in Italy. The accident left her in a coma for several months. Since then, she has been undergoing extensive rehabilitation. Her recovery has been a testament to her determination and resilience.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Holmlund is known for her positive attitude and dedication to the sport. Despite her injury, she remains an influential figure in the skiing community and continues to inspire many with her story of perseverance.
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- 1987 births
- Living people
- Swedish female freestyle skiers
- Olympic freestyle skiers of Sweden
- Freestyle skiers at the 2010 Winter Olympics
- Freestyle skiers at the 2014 Winter Olympics
- Medalists at the 2014 Winter Olympics
- Olympic bronze medalists for Sweden
- Olympic medalists in freestyle skiing
- People from Sundsvall Municipality
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