Sports stars attend King Harald’s
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Sports stars attend King Harald’s funeral in Oslo

King Harald was loved in Norwegian sports - and it is evident from the guest list at his funeral.

Ski star Therese Johaug, biathlon legend Ole Einar Bjørndalen and football coach Ståle Solbakken will attend the funeral service at Oslo Cathedral on Wednesday.

"I hope it will be a nice and dignified ceremony for the greatest," Bjørndalen tells VG.

King Harald himself was a successful athlete - competing in three Olympics and winning a world championship gold medal in sailing - and had a strong interest in sports.

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AuthorTT News AgencyEnglish edition by Sweden Herald, adapted for our readers
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