Sigleif Johansen
Norwegian biathlete and athlete
Born
October 25th, 1948
77 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Norway
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Competed in biathlon events during the 1970s, representing Norway. Participated in the 1976 Winter Olympics held in Innsbruck, Austria. Achieved considerable success in World Championships, earning team medals.
Competed in the 1976 Winter Olympics
Won multiple medals at Biathlon World Championships
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