Munich. Perseus Karlstrom, 32, took the silver – against all odds.
After collapsing on Tuesday, he came back strong and took home a medal in the 20km run.
— It’s a feat, says expert Bengt Bengson at SVT.
Tuesday forced Perseus Karlstrom He broke the 35-kilometer race right after entering a wall and collapsing.
The Swede received medical attention for more than an hour after that and it wasn’t certain for a long time whether he would make it to the start of today’s 20km race.
he did.
And talk about revenge!
“Feast”
Despite poor charging, and despite his noticeably lackluster appearance during most of the race, Perseus Karlström managed to grapple and make it to the finish line – in the medal position.
Spaniard Alvaro Martin took the gold, but behind him was Perseus Karlstrom who crossed the finish line in second place.
– It’s a feat! Not quite on the gold standard, but it’s still an achievement, says expert Bengt Bengson at SVT.
Vikings hat on
With the kilometer traveled, Perseus Karlstrom was able to talk a little by putting on a Viking hat – just as he did in the restroom.
When the drama was over, the 32-year-old—wrapped in a Swedish flag and a waving hat—could have squandered his joy.
This is his first silver medal in a major international tournament.
– It’s a remarkable achievement given what happened on Tuesday, says Bengt Bengson.
The article is updated!
