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The Province
15 hours ago
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- The Province
Audun Groenvold, Vancouver Olympic ski cross medallist, dies after lightning strike
Published Jul 17, 2025 • 1 minute read FILE - Audun Groenvold of Norway celebrates after taking third place in the men's skicross competition at the Vancouver 2010 Olympics in Vancouver, British Columbia, Sunday, Feb. 21, 2010. Photo by Mark J. Terrill / AP OSLO, Norway (AP) — Olympic ski cross medalist Audun Groenvold has died after being struck by lightning, the Norwegian ski federation announced Wednesday. He was 49. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Groenvold won bronze at the 2010 Vancouver Games. 'It is with great sadness that we have received the news of Audun Groenvold's untimely passing,' the federation said. 'The former national Alpine skier and ski cross athlete was recently struck by lightning during a cabin trip.' The federation said Groenvold was 'quickly taken to hospital and received treatment for the injuries he sustained in the lightning strike' and then died Tuesday night. Groenvold was a member of Norway's Alpine skiing team before he moved into freestyle and ski cross. He had one podium finish as a World Cup Alpine skier, finishing third in a downhill in Sierra Nevada, Spain, in 1999. He also won a bronze medal in ski cross at the 2005 world championships, and the overall ski cross cup in 2007. After his career ended, he became a national team coach and a TV commentator. 'Norwegian skiing has lost a prominent figure, who has meant so much to both the Alpine and freestyle communities,' federation president Tove Moe Dyrhaug said, adding that his passing creates 'a huge void.' Vancouver Canucks Sports News Crime News
Toronto Sun
20 hours ago
- Sport
- Toronto Sun
Audun Groenvold, Olympic ski cross medallist, dies after lightning strike
OSLO, Norway (AP) — Olympic ski cross medalist Audun Groenvold has died after being struck by lightning, the Norwegian ski federation announced Wednesday. He was 49. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Article content 'It is with great sadness that we have received the news of Audun Groenvold's untimely passing,' the federation said. 'The former national Alpine skier and ski cross athlete was recently struck by lightning during a cabin trip.' The federation said Groenvold was 'quickly taken to hospital and received treatment for the injuries he sustained in the lightning strike' and then died Tuesday night. Groenvold was a member of Norway's Alpine skiing team before he moved into freestyle and ski cross. He had one podium finish as a World Cup Alpine skier, finishing third in a downhill in Sierra Nevada, Spain, in 1999. He also won a bronze medal in ski cross at the 2005 world championships, and the overall ski cross cup in 2007. After his career ended, he became a national team coach and a TV commentator. 'Norwegian skiing has lost a prominent figure, who has meant so much to both the Alpine and freestyle communities,' federation president Tove Moe Dyrhaug said, adding that his passing creates 'a huge void.'
Irish Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Sport
- Irish Daily Mirror
Olympic medallist killed by lightning after being struck during cabin trip
Audun Groenvold, the freestyle skier and Olympic bronze medallist, has tragically died aged 49 after a being struck by lightning. The Norwegian Ski Federation released a statement on Wednesday confirming the heartbreaking news that Groenvold was struck by lightning during a cabin trip and passed away following his admission to hospital. They said: "It is with great sadness that we have received the news of Audun Groenvold's untimely passing. "The former national Alpine skier and ski cross athlete was recently struck by lightning during a cabin trip." Tove Moe Dyrhaug, the federation's president, paid tribute by saying: "Norwegian skiing has lost a prominent figure, who has meant so much to both the alpine and freestyle communities." "Audun had a great career in both alpine skiing and ski cross, before becoming the national ski cross coach. The Norwegian Ski Association also remembers his efforts on the ski board. There will be a big void after Audun." Audun Groenvold celebrates on the podium at the Vancouver Winter Olympics in 2010 (Image: MARTIN BUREAU/AFP via Getty Images) Before making a name for himself in freestyle and ski cross, Groenvold was part of Norway's Alpine skiing team, reports the Mirror. His achievements include a third-place finish in a World Cup Alpine downhill event in Sierra Nevada, Spain, in 1999, as well as clinching bronze medals in ski cross at the 2005 world championships and the ski cross cup two years later. Following his retirement from competitive skiing, Groenvold continued to contribute to the sport as a national team coach and commentator. Groenvold's ex-coach, Marius Arnesen, shared with local paper Verdens Gang: "It's just terribly sad and tragic. "[He was] a thoughtful and wonderful boy who, when it comes to skiing, had a fantastic feeling for the surface in the snow." Groenvold leaves behind his wife, Kristin Tandberg Haugsjå, and their three children.
Time of India
a day ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Tragic death! Lightning kills Olympic bronze medallist
FILE - Audun Groenvold of Norway celebrates after taking third place in the men's skicross competition at the Vancouver 2010 Olympics in Vancouver, British Columbia, Sunday, Feb. 21, 2010. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill, File) Norwegian Olympic ski cross medalist Audun Groenvold has died at the age of 49 after being struck by lightning, the Norwegian Ski Federation announced on Wednesday. Groenvold, who won a bronze medal at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics, was reportedly struck during a cabin trip. 'It is with great sadness that we have received the news of Audun Groenvold's untimely passing,' the federation said in a statement. 'The former national Alpine skier and ski cross athlete was recently struck by lightning during a cabin trip.' Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! He was rushed to hospital and received medical treatment for injuries caused by the strike but succumbed on Tuesday night. Groenvold started his career as a member of Norway's Alpine skiing team, earning a World Cup podium with a third-place finish in the downhill event at Sierra Nevada, Spain, in 1999. He later transitioned to freestyle skiing, winning a bronze in ski cross at the 2005 World Championships and capturing the overall ski cross World Cup title in 2007. After retiring from competition, he remained involved in the sport as a national team coach and television commentator. 'Norwegian skiing has lost a prominent figure, who has meant so much to both the Alpine and freestyle communities,' said federation president Tove Moe Dyrhaug. 'His passing leaves a huge void.' Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Metro
a day ago
- Sport
- Metro
Olympic medallist dead after being struck by lightning on family holiday
Former Olympic medallist Audun Groenvold is died on Tuesday after being struck by lightning on a family holiday. The 49-year-old Norwegian was reportedly struck by lightning on a trip to the family's cabin on July 12. He was taken to hospital and died later, leaving behind his wife and three children. Groenvold won bronze for Norway at the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver in ski cross and was national champion in both alpine and freestyle skiing. His wife, Kristin Tandberg Haugsjå, posted a tribute on Facebook, via NRK, which read: 'Audun, my great love and my best friend for twenty years… today you left us. 'What started with a lovely summer vacation ended last Saturday with you being struck by lightning while we were out at our cabin. 'Although you quickly received treatment and were taken to hospital, you died from your injuries last night. 'Sanna, Selma, William and I will carry you with us in our hearts. The loss of you is enormous.' Norwegian Ski Association president Tove Moe Dyrhaug issued a statement, which read: 'Norwegian skiing has lost a prominent figure, who has meant so much to both the alpine and freestyle communities. 'Audun had a great career in both alpine skiing and ski cross, before becoming the national ski cross coach. 'The Norwegian Ski Association also remembers his efforts on the ski board. There will be a big void after Audun.' Groenvold retired from competition in 2010 after capturing an Olympic medal, with injury issues mounting up. He became a coach of the Norwegian national ski cross team and went on to become a commentator on his sport. Marius Arnesen, a former speed coach for the Norwegian alpine skiing team, who worked with Groenvold, told VG: 'It's just terribly sad and tragic. 'A thoughtful and wonderful boy who, when it comes to skiing, had a fantastic feeling for the surface in the snow. 'My thoughts go out to the entire Groenvold family. It's simply terrible.' Finn Aamodt, who worked with Groenvold at the rest of the Olympic team leading up to Vancouver, told VG: 'I remember Audun as a person who knew so much. Both in terms of skiing, but also in many other things. More Trending 'He was very versatile. He had great success switching from alpine skiing to ski cross, which is quite different 'Audun was not only easy to work with. He was demanding at times. But you have to be in top sport. You have to demand something from those around you for it to work optimally. I understood him very well. 'It is completely unreal that such things can happen. It is terribly tragic.'
