Gjert Ingebrigtsen Faces Abuse Allegations from Children in Ongoing Trial

Olympic champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen and his sister Ingrid testify about years of alleged physical and psychological abuse by their father and former coach.

Jakob and Ingrid Ingebrigtsen testified in Sandnes District Court, detailing allegations of physical violence, coercion, and psychological abuse by their father, Gjert.
Ingrid recounted being struck in the face during a 2018 or 2019 incident and described other instances of threats and intimidation by Gjert.
Jakob alleged he was kicked and punched as a child and shared that Gjert celebrated his failure to win gold at the 2022 World Athletics Championships.
Both siblings criticized the TV series 'Team Ingebrigtsen,' claiming it misrepresented their family life and concealed the alleged abuse.
Gjert Ingebrigtsen denies all allegations and faces up to six years in prison if convicted; the trial continues with additional witness testimonies expected.