Hedda Berntsen

Norwegian skier, Olympic medalist

Hedda Berntsen - Norwegian skier, Olympic medalist
Born

April 24th, 1976
49 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Norway

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Competed in cross-country skiing at an elite level. Participated in the 1998 Winter Olympics, securing a bronze medal in the women’s 4x5 km relay. Achieved success in various World Cup races throughout her career, representing Norway. Her contributions to the sport included competing in multiple World Championships, establishing herself as a prominent figure in cross-country skiing during the late 1990s.

Bronze medalist in 1998 Winter Olympics

Competed in multiple World Championships

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