Overview

• The shepherd dog was leashed but its handler lost grip, causing the animal to react to Iversen’s fast interval pace along the gravel track.
• He received swift hospital care that involved cleaning and dressing the thigh wound, enabling him to resume light training under medical supervision.
• Iversen has begun an antibiotic and pain-relief regimen to support healing and minimize downtime.
• At the time of the incident he was training with fellow Norwegians Johannes Høsflot Klaebo, Niklas Dyrhaug, and footballer Alexander Sørloth.
• The 33-year-old plans to overcome this setback and maintain his buildup for what will likely be his final Olympic Games in Milan 2026 before retiring.