Biathlon
Men's Biathlon Sprint in Antholz
January 24, 2025 / sportschau.de
The Men's Biathlon Sprint in Antholz saw the German Ski Association struggle with shooting errors, resulting in a disappointing performance. Norway's Tarjei Bö achieved a narrow victory, marking his second season win, despite a strong challenge from teammate Sturla Holm Lagreid.
Shock revelation on live TV: – A very special day
January 24, 2025 / Eurosport
Tarjei Bø announced his retirement from biathlon after the current season during a live broadcast. Overcome with emotion, he expressed pride in his career and the timing of his announcement following a recent victory.
Tarjei Bø Announces Retirement
January 24, 2025 / NRK
Norwegian biathlete Tarjei Bø has announced his retirement from professional skiing after a successful career, marking his decision with a victory in Anterselva. Expressing his desire to retire at the top, Bø reflected on his achievements and shared his plans to spend more time with family, signaling the end of an era as both he and his brother, Johannes, will not compete in the upcoming Olympics.
Wes Campbell gets a top ten in Biathlon in Poland
January 24, 2025 / TownLift, Park City News
Wes Campbell, a Park City native, achieved a personal best by finishing ninth in an International Biathlon Union Junior Cup in Poland. Competing in a 12-kilometer mass start, he finished as the top American, showcasing his growing talent in the biathlon scene.
Norwegian Double at the Sprint in Anterselva
January 24, 2025 / Eurosport
Tarjei Bø secured a lead in the sprint competition held in Anterselva, aiming for his 44th World Cup victory. He finished 0.4 seconds ahead of his teammate Sturla Holm Lægreid, both showcasing excellent shooting performances.
Gita Simonsen Salutes Tarjei Bø After Retirement Decision
January 24, 2025 / NRK
Following Tarjei Bø's announcement to retire, his wife Gita Simonsen expressed a mixture of pride and emotion for her husband's remarkable career. She highlighted their shared joy and the significance of being together as a family with more time ahead now that he has decided to step back from professional sports.
Grotian and Preuß defeated only by Jeanmonnot in Antholz
January 23, 2025 / Sportschau
In the women's sprint at Antholz, Selina Grotian and Franziska Preuß achieved podium finishes, securing second and third respectively, with only France's Lou Jeanmonnot outrunning them. This race marked a significant boost for both athletes ahead of the upcoming Biathlon World Championships.
Drama for Tandrevold: We Can Hardly Believe What We're Seeing
January 23, 2025 / Eurosport
Ingrid Landmark Tandrevold faced a dramatic moment during the sprint event in Antholz when she had to switch rifles during the competition. Commentators expressed their disbelief as the incident unfolded, leading to speculation about a possible disqualification due to safety rules.
Absurd Images of Tandrevold: – She Could Be Disqualified
January 23, 2025 / NRK
Ingrid Landmark Tandrevold experienced a dramatic day during the sprint in Anterselva when a malfunction with her rifle almost led to her disqualification. The jury ultimately gave her a warning instead, as they deemed her actions were a marginal breach of regulations. Despite the incident, Tandrevold displayed significant skill by hitting four targets under challenging conditions.
Swedish Biathlete Öberg Forced to Take a Break
January 22, 2025 / Sportschau
Elvira Öberg, the third overall in the World Cup standings, has announced her withdrawal from the biathlon World Cup in Antholz due to illness. She aims to recover in time for the World Championships starting on February 12 in Lenzerheide, Switzerland.
Biathlon: SVT Broadcasts the World Championship Today
January 22, 2025 / SVT Sport
This article serves as a comprehensive guide to the 2025 Biathlon World Championships in Lenzerheide, Switzerland, detailing SVT’s live broadcast schedule and coverage. It also highlights the Swedish biathlete team, featuring names such as Elvira Öberg, Hanna Öberg, Martin Ponsiluoma, and Sebastian Samuelsson, as they aim for new medals at the event.
Öberg wins Mass Start in Ruhpolding, Gandler falls back
January 19, 2025 / Krone.at
In the latest Biathlon World Cup in Ruhpolding, Elvira Öberg secured her second victory of the season in the Mass Start competition, finishing without any penalties. Meanwhile, Anna Gandler, after a strong start, fell to 15th place after a missed shot in the final round.