The late Asgeir Dølplads who was a Norwegian former ski jumper was born on August 26, 1932, in Norway. On January 1, 1953, he became the first-ever winner of the Garmisch-Partenkirchen New Year’s ski jump competition, an integral part of the Four Hills Tournament. With jumps of 78.5 and 81 metres, Dølplads won ahead of Austrian Sepp Bradl and German Toni Brutscher.
During Asgeir Dølplads’ career, he has represented Rena IL and Stabæk IF. He has also been actively involved in recruitment to ski jumping at and around Rena, where Rena IL operates one of Norway’s leading K120 ski jumping hills. He is the father-in-law of popular Norwegian comedian Atle Antonsen.
Asgeir Dølplads dies aged 91: Cause of death
Asgeir Dølplads died a peaceful death on October 9, 2023, in his home in Norway, with his family by his side. There was no cause of death record.
Asgeir Dølplads dies aged 91: funeral arrangements
Asgeir Dølplad’s funeral arrangements are going to be announced very soon to pave the way for the family, relatives, friends, and loved ones to pay their last respects to the deceased. Stay in touch for the latest updates.
Source: Ghanafuo.com
