Biathlon
Sebastian Samuelsson after the Swedish Victory: "You tried to psych me out"
March 16, 2025 / SVT Sport
Sebastian Samuelsson secured a victory for Sweden in the mixed relay at Pokljuka, celebrating with a flag for the audience. After the race, he humorously commented on an attempt by a reporter to psych him out before the start, highlighting the camaraderie and competitive spirit within the event.
Biathlon: Martin Ponsiluoma emerges as the best skier: 'I'm not far behind'
March 16, 2025 / SVT Sport
In a recent statement, skier and biathlete Martin Ponsiluoma has been dubbed the best skier after Einar Hedegart's impressive performance in the Holmenkollen 10 km freestyle. Ponsiluoma acknowledges the friendly rivalry, asserting that the gap between ski jumpers and biathletes is minor. This discussion intensifies interest in the competitiveness between the two sports as the season progresses.
Changes in the Biathlon World Cup
March 11, 2025 / Sport1
The Biathlon World Cup schedule at Pokljuka is disrupted by rising temperatures and rain. Due to poor conditions, the International Biathlon Union has revised the competition plan, moving events to earlier slots.
Biathlon Star's Frustration: 'I Could Have Said a Lot About Him'
March 11, 2025 / Sport1
Norwegian biathlete Vetle Sjastad Christiansen expresses his frustration after being left out of the lineup for the World Cup in Pokljuka. Despite a strong performance in recent events, he was not selected due to the competitive nature of the Norwegian team, leading to tensions with the coaching staff.
Vetle Sjåstad Christiansen left home in rage: "I would have changed employers if possible"
March 10, 2025 / NRK
Norwegian biathlete Vetle Sjåstad Christiansen expressed his fury over his exclusion from the World Cup team heading to Pokljuka. He criticized the decision-making of Norway's Biathlon Federation and stated he would prefer to change teams if he had the option, citing his frustration with how he has been treated and feeling unsupported by the coaching staff.
Podest! Frauen trotzen Preuß-Ausfall
March 09, 2025 / Sport1
Despite the absence of their star Franziska Preuß, the German women's biathlon relay team unexpectedly secured a podium finish at the World Cup in Nove Mesto, claiming third place. The team, which included several younger athletes, demonstrated impressive performances throughout the race.
Biathlon: German Shooting Debacle! "The Mood is in the Basement"
March 09, 2025 / Sport1
The German Biathlon team narrowly missed the podium due to poor shooting performances, with Johannes Kühn missing six targets during the relay. Despite this setback, the team managed to secure fourth place in the World Cup finale, marking significant struggles as they compete on the international stage.
German Biathlon Star Takes a Break: 'He Didn't Feel Well'
March 09, 2025 / Sport1
Germany's top biathlete Justus Strelow is taking a break from competition due to feeling unwell. He missed the final relay event in Nove Mesto, raising concerns about his health amid reports of respiratory issues.
Stunning Moments from Julia Simon in the Women's Relay
March 09, 2025 / SVT Sport
In the recent Biathlon women's relay event, France secured a dominant victory while Sweden finished in sixth place. Notably, Julia Simon offered a commendable gesture by helping her Ukrainian competitor Oleksandra Merkushyna during the race.
Swedish Biathlon Team Faces Setback – Finishes Seventh in Nove Mesto
March 09, 2025 / SVT Sport
The Swedish biathlon team experienced a disappointing performance at the shooting range during the relay event, finishing seventh in Nove Mesto. They struggled with a total of six penalty laps, finishing nearly five minutes behind the winning French team. Jesper Nelin expressed his frustration over the performance and the team's communication regarding wind conditions.