Death of Norwegian Champion Sivert Guttorm Bakken, Norwegian Biathlon Champion, at Age 27
Sivert Guttorm Bakken, the Norwegian biathlon champion who hoped to participate in the upcoming Winter Olympics, has passed away at the age of 27.
Bakken had recently returned to sports competitions in 2024, after being sidelined since 2022 due to a heart condition, myocarditis.
The President of the International Biathlon Union said Bakken’s return to his favorite sport was a “reason for great joy.”
“Sivert’s return to biathlon after a period of intense hardship was a reason for great joy for all members of the biathlon family, and an encouraging sign showing his resilience and strength in holding onto his sport.”
Olle Dahlin added:
“Being unable to comprehend Sivert’s passing at such a young age seems impossible, but he will never be forgotten and will remain in our hearts forever.”
Local media reports stated that Bakken was found dead in his hotel room in the town of Lavaze, in the Italian Alps, where he was participating in a sports training camp.
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