Ingrid Landmark Tandrevold, a prominent biathlete from Norway, opened up about her challenging season, expressing that it has been anything but uplifting. She conveyed feelings of anxiety leading up to competitions and noted that she had lost much of her joy in the sport. However, she experienced a moment of relief at the Olympics with her best performance of the year, where she placed tenth, which she found incredibly satisfying amid a difficult season.

Her teammate, Maren Hjelmeset Kirkeeide’s success in winning gold during the Olympic sprint further highlighted Tandrevold's mixed emotions. While she celebrated her teammate's achievements, Tandrevold couldn't shake a feeling of disappointment regarding her missed opportunities this season. The uphill battle she faced in biathlon was evident as she described how difficult it can be to recover from setbacks in the sport, sometimes leaving her feeling emotionally drained.

Despite her struggles, Tandrevold's determination remains strong. She acknowledged the challenges of navigating through a lack of momentum in her performance and recognized that such phases can lead to dark times. Nevertheless, she expressed her enduring love for the sport, illustrating her resilient spirit even as she confronts the emotional toll of competition and personal expectations.