Niskanen Reveals Cancer Diagnosis

Finnish cross-country skier Iivo Niskanen has revealed he was diagnosed with acral melanoma, a type of skin cancer, after having a mole removed from his foot in May. The diagnosis required a second procedure and forced him to miss the Finnish national team's summer training camps. playerbros.org

Despite the health setback, Niskanen reports his situation is now under control and training has been progressing positively. The Olympic medalist has expressed gratitude for the support received from head coach Joakim Abrahamsson and is now looking forward to the future.