Geir Karlstad

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Geir Karlstad

Geir Karlstad (born July 7, 1963 in Lørenskog ) is a former Norwegian speed skater .

The 1982 junior world champion won the 5,000 m at the 1992 Winter Olympics in Albertville and won bronze over the 10,000 m distance. In 1989, Karlstad finished third in the all-around at the World and European Championships. Karlstad set eight world records, including three in the junior area. A serious back injury forced him to retire immediately before the 1994 Olympics in his home country.

successes

  • 1982 Junior World Champion (all-around)
  • 1989 World Cup third, European Championship third (all-around)
  • 1992 Olympic gold medal over 5,000 m, bronze medal over 10,000 m

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personal data
SURNAME Karlstad, Geir
BRIEF DESCRIPTION Norwegian speed skater
DATE OF BIRTH July 7, 1963
PLACE OF BIRTH Lørenskog