Ingrid Landmark Tandrevold, Norway's most decorated female athlete, is experiencing an unexpectedly challenging Olympic season. Despite her solid reputation in the sport, her results have not reflected her potential, with an 11th place finish in the season opener at Östersund being her highest achievement so far. She acknowledges the unpredictability of competitions and emphasizes the importance of focusing on the present moment rather than past disappointments.

Tandrevold has faced further challenges during her season, including illness that forced her to withdraw from critical races, impacting her preparations for the Olympics. As she gears up for her first race in the Olympic Games, which is the women's normal distance event, she has decided to put her best foot forward with the resources available to her. Her determination is clear, as she prepares to compete with her teammates amidst the high-pressure environment.

Coaches Sverre Huber Kaas and Patrick Oberegger have noted that Tandrevold displays a different level of performance during training, suggesting that her immense potential may yet translate into success in competition. As the Olympic events unfold, the focus will be on how she capitalizes on her training and rises to the occasion despite the earlier setbacks this season.