This plan aims to save Hedegart in 50 days
Einar Hedegart was highly critical of himself after the Norwegian roller skiing biathlon championships last weekend and hinted at quitting. Now, his coach reveals the plan to turn things around in 50 days.
Einar Hedegart was highly critical of himself after the Norwegian roller skiing biathlon championships last weekend and hinted at quitting. Now, his coach reveals the plan to turn things around in 50 days.
After his huge success as a cross-country skier, Einar Hedegart decided to return to biathlon. But now another career change may be underway.
Einar Hedegart faced a real challenge during the Blink Festival. He harshly criticizes his own performance, stating that he is far from the shooting form he had hoped for. Nevertheless, he continues to pursue biathlon.
The first day of the Blink Festival 2026 in Norway saw Norwegian star Einar Hedegart claim victory in the challenging uphill race, Lysebotn Opp, in freestyle technique.
Just three months after returning to biathlon, Einar Hedegart has set a goal he believes will surpass the two Olympic golds he won last winter.
The 24-year-old from Norway won two Olympic gold medals and a bronze last winter, a national championship title, and a string of victories both inside and outside the World Cup. Now he wants to abandon the setup behind his extraordinary season.
Einar Hedegart announced on Tuesday that he would focus on traditional cross-country skiing this coming winter. After a few days of discussions with the Biathlon Association, he has now changed his mind, opting to pursue biathlon.
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 clinched Norwegian Championship silver in his comeback, despite three misses. Now, the national team management is divided on his future.
Speculation is growing: Now a veteran commentator opens the door for a national team spot in biathlon for Hedegart, despite not having competed in a single biathlon race this season.
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