Norwegian Police Press Charges Against Father of Olympic Champion for Alleged Physical Abuse

Norwegian police have pressed charges against Gjert Ingebrigtsen, the father of Olympic 1,500 meters champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen, for alleged physical abuse. The 58-year-old has been indicted on charges of domestic violence involving one of his minor children over a limited period, according to his lawyer. Ingebrigtsen has denied all allegations and plans to contest the claims vigorously in court.

The rift within the Ingebrigtsen family became public last year when Jakob and his older brothers Henrik and Filip, who are also Olympic runners, accused their father of being violent. Gjert, who was their coach until 2022, announced his resignation not long after Jakob won Olympic gold in Tokyo.

The family drama has captured the attention of the sports world, with many speculating about the impact it may have on the Ingebrigtsen brothers’ careers. Despite the charges against their father, Jakob and his brothers continue to train and compete at the highest level.

The Norwegian police have not provided further details about the charges against Ingebrigtsen. The case is ongoing, and it remains to be seen how it will unfold in the coming weeks.

As the Ingebrigtsen family navigates this difficult situation, the sports world watches closely to see how it will impact one of Norway’s most successful running families. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.