Reidar Ødegaard
Cross-country skier
About Reidar Ødegaard
Lived 1901 – 1972 (aged 70). Reidar Ødegaard was a Norwegian cross-country skier, nordic combined skier and military patrol (sport) runner.
Reidar Ødegaard (24 November 1901 – 11 April 1972) was a Norwegian cross-country skier who competed in the 1920s. He won a bronze in the 18 km event at the 1928 Winter Olympics in St. Moritz.
He participated in the demonstration event, military patrol (precursor to biathlon), in the 1928 Winter Olympics.
Cross-country skiing results All results are sourced from the International Ski Federation (FIS).
Olympic Games 1 medal – (1 bronze) Year Age 18 km 50 km 1928 26 Bronze —
World Championships Year Age 17 km 50 km 1930 28 21 13
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Who was Reidar Ødegaard?
cross-country skier (1901-1972)
When was Reidar Ødegaard born?
Reidar Ødegaard was born on 24 November 1901 in Lillehammer.
When did Reidar Ødegaard die?
Reidar Ødegaard died on 11 April 1972 in Lillehammer.
What was Reidar Ødegaard's occupation?
Reidar Ødegaard was a cross-country skier, nordic combined skier and military patrol (sport) runner.
What nationality was Reidar Ødegaard?
Reidar Ødegaard was Norwegian.
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