Hedegart’s departure divides the biathlon community

by Ingeborg Scheve • 22.04.2026
Hedegart
Photo: Jon Olav Nesvold/BILDBYRÅN
Einar Hedegart was not selected for the Norwegian national team in biathlon. He is now transitioning to cross-country skiing for good, causing a rift in the community.

Einar Hedegart was not selected for the Norwegian national team in biathlon. He is now transitioning to cross-country skiing for good, causing a rift in the community.

Einar Hedegart was not selected for the Norwegian national team in biathlon. He is now transitioning to cross-country skiing for good, causing a rift in the community.

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