She moved up an age level to take part in the 2001 European Athletics U23 Championships and she won the silver medal in the 100 m hurdles, finishing behind her sister.[7] Her major senior debut came at the 2002 European Athletics Championships, but she failed to make it beyond the heats stage of either the 200 m or hurdles competitions.[8] She was chosen for the Swedish relay team at the 2003 World Championships in Athletics, but the Swedes failed to finish their race.[3]