Sigleif Johansen

Norwegian biathlete and athlete

Sigleif Johansen - Norwegian biathlete and athlete
Born

October 25th, 1948
76 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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