Vilde Nilsen: Why Para Sport Needs More Spotlight

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Vilde Nilsen: Why Para Sport Needs More Spotlight

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Vilde Nilsen is one of the most dominant para-cross-country skiers in the world. With 12 world titles, three Paralympic medals, and five overall World Cup victories, Vilde’s journey is nothing short of incredible. In this episode she shares how a chance moment watching the Paralympic opening ceremony introduced her to para sport, resulting in her becoming one of the best in the world. From growing up in a sports-loving Norwegian family and facing a rare illness,, to becoming a leader on the international stage, Vilde’s story captures resilience, and the drive to push boundaries. Tune in as Vilde discusses the unique hurdles para athletes face, her preparations for the upcoming Paralympic Games, and why increased visibility and media coverage for parasport is so crucial - both for current competitors and young athletes dreaming big. 🎧 SUBSCRIBE TO “HIDDEN CHAMPIONS” ON: - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3J1vBOZpMrnhcFAltSyxtp - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1870046273 - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FISparasnowsports - RSS-Feed: https://fis-hidden-champions.podigee.io/feed/mp3 🤳🏼 FOLLOW US: - Para Snowsports account: https://www.instagram.com/parasnowsports/ - Dani Aravich: https://www.instagram.com/theonearmdan - Vilde Nilsen: https://www.instagram.com/vildenilsen_ Hidden Champions is a FIS original production by FIS - International Ski and Snowboard Federation in cooperation with Maniac Studios.

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