Biathlon medalist Stura Holm-Lagrede admits cheating on girlfriend

Norwegian biathlete Sturla Holm-Lagrede admitted to cheating on his girlfriend on live television shortly after winning a bronze medal at the Winter Olympics.

The 28-year-old, who won his first individual Olympic medal in the 20km individual biathlon in Milan-Cortina, admitted he had an affair three months ago and called it “my biggest mistake”.

Raglade said it had been “the worst week of my life” since he told his girlfriend of six months ago about the incident.

“I wanted to share it with someone who might not be watching,” he told NRK, the Norwegian national broadcaster., external

“Six months ago I met the love of my life – the most beautiful, kindest person in the world. Three months ago I made the biggest mistake of all, cheating on her.

“I have the gold medal in life. I believe many people will have different opinions, but I only have her in my eyes.

“Sports has taken a back seat in recent days. Yeah, I wish I could share this with her.”