Nordås acknowledges strain of training with Gjert Ingebrigtsen, seeks reconciliation

Narve Gilje Nordås has acknowledged that the strain of training under Gjert Ingebrigtsen became unsustainable, ultimately costing him more than it gave. Nordås, preparing for the 1500-meter race at the European Championships in Birmingham, described the situation as a "total burden" where the demands of the relationship, particularly with Gjert, were too taxing.

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I realize that I should have been better able to put myself in the others' situation.

"The sport is result-based, and such a relationship is demanding," Nordås told Stavanger Aftenblad. He admitted that he should have made a greater effort to understand the perspectives of others involved. The athlete is now looking towards his upcoming competition, having recently completed his final quality training sessions.

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We greatly appreciate him extending a hand.

Filip Ingebrigtsen responded positively to Nordås's outreach, stating, "We greatly appreciate him extending a hand." This sentiment suggests a desire for reconciliation within the athletic circle, despite the acknowledged difficulties.

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It was the total burden. In the end, it cost more than it gave. The sport is result-based, and such a relationship is demanding. Especially with Gjert, it requires a lot.