Ida Njåtun

Norwegian speed skater Olympic medalist

Ida Njåtun - Norwegian speed skater Olympic medalist
Born

February 6th, 1991
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Norway

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Competed in speed skating, specializing in the 1500 meters and team pursuit. Achieved a silver medal in the 3000 meters at the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics. Participated in multiple World Championships, securing several medals throughout the career. Secured a national title in the 1500 meters and held several records in Norwegian speed skating.

Silver medal in the 3000 meters at the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics

Multiple medals at World Championships

National title in the 1500 meters

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