Arthur Häggblad


Arthur Häggblad was a Swedish cross-country skier who competed in the 1930s. He won a bronze medal in the 4 × 10 km relay at the 1936 Winter Olympics in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Häggblad's best individual finishes were fourth in both the 18 km and 50 km events at the 1934 FIS Nordic World Ski Championships. He would also win a bronze medal in the 4 × 10 km relay at those championships.
In 1933, 1935, 1937 and 1940, he won Vasaloppet.
Häggblad was known for his blunt public statements. For example, when a governor once asked him in the 1930s how was the race, he replied "Run for yourself, you old bastard – so you can see how it feels."
After retiring from competitions Häggblad worked in a sports store. He was featured in the 1988 documentary film De sista skidåkarna.

Cross-country skiing results

All results are sourced from the International Ski Federation (FIS).

Olympic Games

  • 1 medal –
Year Age 18 km 50 km 4 × 10 km
relay
1936278—Bronze

World Championships

  • 1 medal –
Year Age 18 km 50 km 4 × 10 km
relay
19342544Bronze
193828—13—