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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