Sven Thorslund
United States · Nordic Walking World Championship Medalist
United States · Nordic Walking World Championship Medalist
Sven Thorslund is a Swedish-American Nordic walker competing for the United States internationally — and one of the fastest-rising athletes in North America. At the Nordic Walking World Championships in Lahti, Finland, in September 2026, he won the silver medal in the M55 10K, finished 7th in the 5K, and was selected for the U.S. 5K Relay Team.
World Championship results
Silver Medal
M55 10K · Nordic Walking World Championships · Lahti, Finland · 2026
7th place
5K · Nordic Walking World Championships · Lahti, Finland · 2026
U.S. Relay Team
Selected for the U.S. 5K Relay Team · Lahti 2026
Built in Miami's heat
Training year-round in Miami's demanding heat and humidity, Sven focuses on cadence efficiency, upper-chain endurance, and precision of original technique — fast, consistent, and technically refined. His disciplined, technique-driven style and exceptional endurance have positioned him as a standout competitor on the international stage.
Recognized early, supported to the podium
Sven credits NWANA for recognizing his potential early and supporting his participation in Lahti. Their guidance played a central role in his breakthrough performance and contributed to placing the United States on the event's country medal list.
His passion for international movement is rooted in years of global adventure trekking, including expeditions in Nepal, Morocco, and Tanzania.
Sven is an active participant in the NWANA Virtual Competition Series, steadily climbing the rankings through consistent performance and disciplined technique work — engaged across both virtual and in-person formats.
A world medalist at your start line
Raise the credibility of your event with a World Championship medalist presence. Available for: sanctioned competitions; technique clinics; judging & standards; regional development; media & promotion; speaking engagements.
How to invite: Submit request: city, date, and event format. NWANA confirms availability and scope. Official NWANA appearance is activated.
Contact NWANA
Request Sven Thorslund's appearance at your event.
Email: info@nwaofna.org
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