About Vilde Nilsen
Born 2001. Vilde Nilsen is a Norwegian biathlete and cross-country skier.
Vilde Nilsen (born 12 January 2001) is a Norwegian Paralympic cross-country skier and biathlete.
Career She made her Paralympic debut during the 2018 Winter Paralympics at the age of 17. Vilde Nilsen claimed a silver medal in the women's 1.5km sprint classic standing cross-country skiing event as a part of the 2018 Winter Paralympics, which is also her first Paralympic medal.
She won the gold medal in the women's 10km standing cross-country skiing event at the 2021 World Para Snow Sports Championships held in Lillehammer, Norway. She also won the silver medal in the women's long-distance standing cross-country skiing event.
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Who is Vilde Nilsen?
Norwegian Paralympian
When was Vilde Nilsen born?
Vilde Nilsen was born on 12 January 2001 in Tromsø Municipality.
What is Vilde Nilsen's occupation?
Vilde Nilsen is a biathlete and cross-country skier.
What nationality is Vilde Nilsen?
Vilde Nilsen is Norwegian.
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