Overview
- He said the operation followed a new Achilles flare-up and took place in the United States about two weeks later.
- The procedure removed scar tissue from the paratenon around his left Achilles rather than treating the tendon itself, which he says remains healthy.
- Ingebrigtsen reported the surgery went smoothly and outlined a rehab plan he expects to follow over the next couple of months.
- Persistent Achilles problems disrupted his 2024 season and wiped out much of 2025, preceding a 1500m exit and 10th in the 5000m at the Tokyo World Championships.
- Reporting notes worst-case recoveries from such operations can take up to 10 months, and some outlets speculate he could miss 2026, which he has not confirmed.