Jakob Ingebrigtsen will delay his return to competition until at least July following Achilles surgery.
What happened?
The Norwegian middle-distance runner underwent a procedure in February to address a chronic tendon issue.
Why it matters for Jakob Ingebrigtsen
This decision follows Ingebrigtsen's absence for most of the 2025 season, after failing to reach the 1,500m semi-finals and finishing 10th in the 5,000m at the Tokyo World Championships in September.
What comes next?
Manager Daniel Wessfeldt said Ingebrigtsen will skip the Diamond League events early in the year to focus on full recovery.
Ingebrigtsen has resumed light training, but Wessfeldt told Norwegian media that his return depends on how training goes through April and May.
If he regains fitness quickly, competing in the second half of the season remains the goal, according to Wessfeldt.
The 25-year-old has not raced officially since the Tokyo World Championships.
Wessfeldt's comments came on Monday, providing an update on Ingebrigtsen's recovery progress.
Ingebrigtsen's injury setbacks have been a challenge for the two-time Olympic champion.
He will be looking to get back to full fitness and compete at the highest level.
The late-season comeback will be an important test for Ingebrigtsen.
It will show whether he can regain his form and compete with the best athletes in the world.
Ingebrigtsen's fans will be eagerly waiting to see him back on the track.
They will be hoping he can make a successful comeback and achieve his goals.
The road to recovery will not be easy, but Ingebrigtsen is working hard to get back to his best.
He will be focusing on his training and doing everything he can to ensure a successful comeback.
The upcoming months will be crucial for Ingebrigtsen as he works towards his goal of competing in the second half of the season.
But for now, he will be taking things one step at a time and focusing on his recovery.
Ingebrigtsen's manager, Daniel Wessfeldt, will be keeping a close eye on his progress.
He will be working with Ingebrigtsen to ensure he is doing everything he can to get back to full fitness.
The goal is for Ingebrigtsen to be back competing at the highest level as soon as possible.
And with hard work and dedication, he can achieve his goal and make a successful comeback.
So the wait continues for Ingebrigtsen's fans, but they can be hopeful that he will be back on the track soon.
The exact date of his return is not yet known, but it will be exciting to see him back competing.
For now, Ingebrigtsen will continue to work on his recovery and focus on getting back to his best.
And when he does return, it will be a significant moment for the athlete and his fans.
It will be a chance for him to prove himself once again and show what he is capable of.
But until then, the focus will be on his recovery and ensuring he is ready to compete at the highest level.
The journey to recovery is not always easy, but Ingebrigtsen is committed to getting back to his best.
He will be doing everything he can to ensure a successful comeback and achieve his goals.
The support of his fans will be important as he works towards his goal.
They will be cheering him on every step of the way.
And with their support, Ingebrigtsen can make a successful comeback and achieve great things.
The future is bright for Ingebrigtsen, and his fans will be excited to see what he can achieve.
He has the potential to be one of the best athletes in the world, and his comeback will be an exciting moment for track and field fans.
The wait may be long, but it will be worth it to see Ingebrigtsen back on the track.
He will be giving it his all to make a successful comeback and achieve his goals.
And when he does return, it will be a moment to remember.
The crowd will be cheering, and Ingebrigtsen will be ready to give it his all.
It will be an exciting moment for the athlete and his fans, and it will be a great opportunity for him to prove himself once again.
The road to recovery may be long, but Ingebrigtsen is committed to getting back to his best.
He will be working hard to ensure a successful comeback and achieve his goals.
And with the support of his fans, he can make it happen.
The future is bright for Ingebrigtsen, and his fans will be excited to see what he can achieve.
He has the potential to be one of the best athletes in the world, and his comeback will be an exciting moment for track and field fans.