Sturla Holm Lægreid’s Ex Speaks Out After His Cheating Admission

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Sturla Holm Lægreid‘s ex hasn’t forgotten—and she’s not quite ready to forgive, either. 

Following a surprising confession during a live interview – where a Norwegian biathlete admitted to infidelity after winning a bronze medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics – his former partner has now publicly addressed the unexpected attention she’s received.

“Forgiveness is incredibly difficult,” the woman, who wished to remain anonymous, told Norwegian newspaper VG in a February 11th interview. “Especially after such a public display of affection.”

She explained, “I didn’t ask for this situation, and it’s painful to be dealing with it.” She also confirmed they’ve been in touch, and he knows how she feels about it.

The woman also thanked her family and friends for their support and kindness during this difficult time.

It means so much to me, even the kindness from people who don’t know my story. Just knowing someone is thinking of me and feeling for me, even without knowing who I am, is incredibly comforting.

Honestly, everyone’s talking about her! Even though nobody knows who she is, she’s completely taken over my thoughts since Sturla’s press conference after winning bronze went a little… unexpected. I can’t stop thinking about her!

In a recent interview with NRK, Sturla revealed he fell in love six months ago, calling his partner “the most beautiful and kindest person in the world.” He also confessed to making a serious mistake three months ago, admitting to being unfaithful.

Look, we all make mistakes, and honestly, owning up to them is huge. I messed up, and it was something I definitely don’t stand for. It’s so important to admit when you’ve hurt someone you care about – it’s the only way to start making things right. It’s about being a good example, even when you fall short.

Johan-Olav Botn, also from his country, won the gold medal and dedicated his victory to his late teammate and friend, Sivert Guttorm Bakken, who sadly passed away in December at the age of 27. Éric Perrot of France earned the silver medal.

Regarding the emotional moment, Sturla’s former partner—who didn’t mention him or his win in her statement—simply said it was nice to see their son, Sivert, celebrated as part of the victory.

 

Fighting back tears, the 28-year-old explained he had told his now-former partner about his cheating just a week before the Olympics began. He described the following days as “the worst week of my life.”

He felt like he’d achieved the ultimate success in life, and while others might disagree, he was completely focused on the woman he loved. He admitted that his sporting achievements had taken a backseat recently, and he wished he could be celebrating with her.

According to Sturla, the athlete decided to admit what he’d done because winning the bronze medal made him feel he had a duty to be honest about it publicly.

Look, we all make mistakes, and I definitely had one of those moments. It’s so important to me to lead by example, but I messed up. The biggest lesson I’ve learned is that owning your errors – especially when you’ve hurt someone you care about – is crucial. It takes courage to admit when you’ve fallen short of your own standards, but it’s the only way to move forward and rebuild trust.

Oh my gosh, you won’t BELIEVE it! Our Johan-Olav Botn absolutely crushed it and won the gold! It was so emotional though, because he immediately dedicated the win to Sivert Guttorm Bakken, his teammate and friend who we lost way too soon in December – he was only 27. It just makes the victory even more special, honestly. France’s Éric Perrot got silver, which is great for him, but all I can think about is Johan-Olav and Sivert!

Sturla’s former partner said it was heartwarming to see their son, Sivert, share in the celebration.

I strive to set a good example, but I made a mistake. It’s important to acknowledge when you’ve done something you disagree with and that has hurt someone you care about deeply.

Johan-Olav Botn, also from his country, won the gold medal and dedicated his victory to his late teammate and friend, Sivert Guttorm Bakken, who sadly passed away in December at the age of 27. Éric Perrot of France won the silver medal.

Sturla’s former partner said it was heartwarming to see their son, Sivert, celebrated as part of the win.

Following his ex’s statement, Sturla apologized for airing their dirty laundry on the world stage.

He expressed his sincere apologies for sharing a personal story that overshadowed Norway’s biathlon success, explaining he wasn’t feeling well and wasn’t thinking straight, according to ESPN.

Look, I want to quickly address a couple of things. First, huge congratulations to Johan-Olav – he absolutely deserved all the praise for winning gold. And I also want to apologize to my ex-girlfriend; she got caught up in things and didn’t deserve the media attention. I truly hope she’s doing okay. I can’t change what’s happened, but I’m putting it behind me now and fully focusing on preparing for the Olympics. I’m not going to discuss this any further, so let’s move on.

To learn more about the international athletes competing at Milano Cortina, read on. 

German bobsledder Francesco Friedrich, who already has four gold medals, is aiming to win two more in Milan.

If the 18-time world champion wins either the two-man or four-man bobsleigh competition, he’ll make history as the first athlete to win five gold medals in the sport at the Games.

I’ve always been amazed by this officer – he has an incredible memory, practically photographic! He says he genuinely enjoys diving deep into the details of his work, constantly seeking out new information and even the tiniest ways to get better. It’s really inspiring to see that dedication.

Oh my gosh, when he talked about breaking all those records, he was SO humble! He said he’s just always been thrilled to actually get paid to do what he loves. And when they asked if he thought about making history, he just brushed it off like it was no big deal, saying it just… happened! It’s amazing, honestly. He’s just so down-to-earth, even while being the best ever.

All attention was on Eileen Gu, the American-born Chinese freestyle skier, at the 2022 Olympics. Knowing this was her first event, big air, she understood she needed a spectacular performance to win a gold medal.

For her last run, she decided to try a very difficult move – a double cork 1620, which involves four and a half spins in the air and two rotations off to the side. It was a trick she hadn’t practiced before.

She told Time magazine in January 2026 that she saw no downside to the situation. Either she’d successfully land the trick and win an Olympic medal, or she’d go down in history as the first person to attempt it under those circumstances – a result she’d be incredibly proud of and happy with either way.

Winning gold, along with another gold in halfpipe and a second-place finish in slopestyle, was only the beginning for the Stanford student who studies international relations.

Having won 20 World Cup titles, the skier told Time magazine that, statistically, she’s the greatest free skier of all time.

I’m such a fan of hers, and I know she really dives into the details. She’s always said it’s not about being casual, but she’s completely okay with putting in the work – she’s ‘super unapologetic’ about it! She spends hours studying exactly how much force and spin are needed for each trick. Honestly, that’s what she loves most. She told me it’s incredibly addictive, and she’s totally obsessed – and I totally get why! It’s amazing to see her dedication.

For Marco Odermatt, the 2022 giant slalom gold medalist, alpine skiing runs in the family – he started skiing at just age 2, following in his parents’ footsteps. Interestingly, he also met his current girlfriend, Stella Parpan, who is a doctor, when they were both in kindergarten.

He consistently thanks his parents after every win, and with 52 World Cup victories and three world championships under his belt, he’s had plenty of opportunities to do so.

The Swiss skier, who races in downhill, giant slalom, and super-G, explained on Red Bull’s Mind Set Win podcast that she always gives her full effort. She believes this all-or-nothing approach is the most effective strategy for her.

Arianna Fontana began her Olympic journey at the 2006 Turin games, winning a bronze medal in the 3000m relay near her Italian hometown of Sondrio. Since then, she’s become Italy’s most decorated female Winter Olympian, earning ten more medals. She also holds the record for the most medals of any short track speed skater ever.

The athlete shared with Olympics.com that competing at the 2006 Turin games felt like her introduction to the world of skating. Now, with the 2026 games coming to her home country, she sees it as a chance for a celebratory return. Married to her coach, Anthony Lobello, since 2014, she’s really excited about skating in front of a home crowd again.

It’s a poignant choice for 2022 silver medalist Kaori Sakamoto to use “Time to Say Goodbye” for her short program, as she’s nearing the end of her competitive career after finishing second at the 2025 World Championships in Milan.

She said she felt the timing was right last summer, explaining that she’d be 29 years old by the 2030 Olympics.

As a huge fan of figure skating, I’m so excited about the incredible American skaters like Amber Glenn, Alysa Liu, and Isabeau Levito! Our team has a real shot at success, and honestly, if we can come away with at least silver medals in both the individual and team competitions, I’d be thrilled. Time is definitely ticking, but I know everyone is giving it their all and making the most of every single day leading up to the competition.

After winning a record-breaking five medals at the Beijing Olympics, French biathlete Quentin Fillon Maillet is a strong contender for a medal again. Biathlon combines cross-country skiing with rifle shooting.

Although his comeback from a rough start at the PyeongChang games was impressive, he doesn’t believe it was simply fate.

He firmly stated he didn’t think in terms of fate. He believed his own actions and years of dedication were responsible for his success, and this felt like a well-deserved reward.

Despite still being a dominant force in ski jumping – as demonstrated by his gold medal in the normal hill event at the Beijing Olympics – Kobayashi Ryoyu is already thinking about life after his competitive career. He enjoys golf and is known for his style, suggesting he has interests beyond the sport.

People ask me that a lot, but I honestly don’t have a clear answer,” the athlete explained to Red Bull. “I think I’m just not driven to pursue anything specific right now. That’s why I’m exploring modeling and trying to experience new things – to see if anything sparks a new idea or passion.

Ryoyu, the world record holder with a jump of 291 meters set in 2024, plans to stay involved with ski jumping after he retires. He told Red Bull he wants to help grow the sport and make it more exciting, and he’d be happy if he could leave a positive impact.

Ester Ledecká of the Czech Republic achieved an incredible feat at the Beijing Olympics, winning gold medals in both alpine skiing (Super-G) and snowboarding (parallel giant slalom). However, despite her success, she still hasn’t discovered how to be in two places simultaneously!

With the women’s downhill race scheduled for February 8th in Cortina d’Ampezzo – the same day the parallel giant slalom finals begin four hours away in Livigno – she has conceded she won’t be able to compete in both events.

I was a little emotional about it at times, but we really gave it our all,” Ledecká explained. “I know organizing the program is difficult, but I thought it was possible. Being the only athlete to qualify for this event in two different sports for the third time, I was hoping my experience would be considered.”

She’s focusing on slalom racing, but will still compete in the super-G on February 12th. If she wins, she already knows exactly how she’ll celebrate – by spraying her team with champagne, which she says is her favorite part of winning, as she shared on Instagram on January 18th.

Following a silver medal in PyeongChang with Team Canada, Sarah Nurse had a breakout performance at the 2022 Olympics. She scored 18 points, leading her team to a gold medal and making history as the first Black athlete to win gold in women’s hockey.

She started skating at just three years old, and was amazed when she watched the Canadian women’s hockey team compete in the 2002 Salt Lake City Olympics. As she told Elle Canada, “I didn’t realize girls played hockey! I thought I was the only one,” jokingly referring to it as feeling like the main character in her own story.

Now she’s writing her own story, moving cross-country to play forward for the Vancouver Goldeneyes. 

Five years ago, if someone had told me I’d be playing professional hockey and receiving a Barbie doll, I wouldn’t have believed it! I don’t like to limit what I think I can achieve, because I’ve always surprised myself. And who knows what the next five years will bring?

Everyone experiences both wins and losses, but Italian curlers Stefania Constantini and Amos Mosaner defied that expectation at the Beijing Olympics. Making their Olympic debut in mixed doubles curling, they achieved a perfect 11-0 record and secured Italy’s first-ever gold medal in the sport.

Competing again after three years is a very emotional experience,” said Italy’s flag bearer, Mosaner, speaking to Olympics.com before the 2025 World Mixed Doubles Curling Championship – a tournament they won without losing a single match. “It’s wonderful to be back on the ice, and it means a lot to us to represent Italy.”

 

Stefan Kraft, who won a team gold medal at the Beijing Olympics, is aiming to win the individual ski jumping title in Milan.

Winning that award would be a perfect ending to an already incredible season, during which he became the highest-scoring athlete ever in the FIS Ski Jumping World Cup. He broke the record with his first victory last November.

Despite his recent victory, the news was quickly followed by a much more personal announcement: he and his wife, Marisa Kraft, had a baby. He shared the news on Instagram on December 9th, writing, “Welcome to the world, our little princess!” and adding that both the baby and Marisa were healthy, and they were overjoyed with love.

Growing up in Oslo, Johannes Hosfløt Klæbo dreamed of playing soccer. However, as he explained in a blog post, his mom helped him realize that soccer requires more than just strength – it demands endurance to run continuously for a full 90 minutes.

Instead, he dedicated himself to a sport involving long-distance races – 50 kilometers long – where athletes glide across snow and ice.

The athlete, a five-time Olympic gold medalist with additional silver and bronze medals, shared that cross-country skiing was her true passion. She credited her success to her inner drive, the support of her family, and the guidance of wonderful instructors.

He’s also close to his fiancée, Pernille Døsvik. They announced their engagement on Instagram in June, and he shared how excited he was for 2025.

Sidney Crosby, a celebrated NHL center who has won three Stanley Cups with the Pittsburgh Penguins and Olympic gold medals for Team Canada in 2010 (scoring the winning goal in overtime against the U.S.) and 2014, is now focused on achieving a new ambition.

NHL players are back in the Olympics after a eight-year absence, giving Sidney Crosby the opportunity to win another gold medal. If he succeeds, he’ll be tied with Scott Niedermayer for the most combined championships – including World Championships, Olympic golds, and Stanley Cups.

Looking back on his early career, when he was known as ‘Sid the Kid,’ he says his advice for young players is straightforward: work hard and enjoy what you do. He believes that’s the most important thing he’s learned from his own experiences.

Tobias Wendl and Tobias Arlt, often called “the Tobis,” are both top luge athletes and close friends. They share a sled and an impressive record – six straight Olympic gold medals in men’s doubles and the team relay from 2014, 2018, and 2022. They believe their success comes down to knowing when to give each other space and independence during their runs.

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