The IOC banned the wearing of that helmet on Monday, but on Wednesday, one day out from the start of his competition, Heraskevych again wore the helmet during a training run. Things got even better when Emanuel Rieder and Simon Kainzwaldner, not even the country's top pair, surged through to win the men's doubles after a late mistake robbed the United States of what had looked to be a certain first gold in the sport. The story quickly made its way around the world and Laegreid was heavily criticised in Norwegian media for both his revelation and for stealing the limelight from Botn, as well as for casting his ex-girlfriend, who has asked to remain anonymous, into the media spotlight.
Author: Michael Doyle
Published at: 2026-02-11 23:37:11
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