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Håkon Brusveen

Norwegian male cross-country skier (1927-2021) · Norway · On the map · Athletes · Died at 93

Håkon Brusveen was a Norwegian cross-country skier. He competed in the individual 15 km and 4 × 10 km relay events at the 1956 and 1960 Olympics and won two medals in 1960: a gold in the 15 km and a silver in the relay; in 1956 he placed fifth and fourth, respectively.

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Awards

Aftenposten Gold Medal1960
Holmenkollen Medal1958

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In 1958 he was awarded the Holmenkollen medal, and in 1960 the Morgenbladet Gold Medal. A freelance sports broadcaster for NRK for 35 years, he was a pioneering color commentator of cross-country skiing events.

Country
Norway
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1927 to 2021 · aged 93

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