Billionaire’s entry in 2026 Iditarod draws mixed reactions from mushers

Mushers pose for a photo at the Iditarod Trail Committee’s 2026 sign-up event. (Photo courtesy of Siri Raitto)
Among the 22 mushers who have signed up so far for the 2026 Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race is a longtime backer competing under modified rules.
Norwegian businessman Kjell Inge Røkke’s entry is drawing mixed feelings from the dog mushing community.
“My initial reaction was a billionaire just bought his way into this race,” six-time Iditarod finisher Mille Po