Denmark’s stunning victory over Canada in the World Championship quarter-final is being hailed as one of the most significant achievements in Danish sports history. Hans Natorp, chairman of the Danish Sports Federation (DIF), emphasized the magnitude of the win.

Natorp stated that the victory will be etched in history as a top accomplishment for a Danish national team.

Although he could not attend the game in person due to meetings, Natorp followed the match through live updates and radio broadcasts. He described experiencing chills as Denmark rallied from a 0-1 deficit to secure a 2-1 victory in the final minutes.

Natorp highlighted the element of surprise in sports, noting that the team transformed the idea of an upset being possible into a reality. He expressed immense respect for the team’s performance and emphasized the significance of such experiences in sports.

The DIF chairman underscored the captivating nature of individual experiences and long-term journeys in sports, emphasizing the “wild” human performance and story behind the victory.