Biathlon
The Unique Weakness of France's Biathlon Powerhouse: Expert Highlights Shocking Examples
January 19, 2025 / Yle
France's women dominate in biathlon, while in cross-country skiing, the situation is completely different. The article discusses the disparity between the strengths of French athletes in biathlon compared to their performance in cross-country skiing, highlighting notable athletes and their achievements.
Giacomel beats the top contenders: Italy's first World Cup victory in four years
January 19, 2025 / Gazzetta.it
In a stunning performance, Tommaso Giacomel secured Italy's first World Cup victory in men's biathlon since March 2021, triumphing in the mass start event in Ruhpolding, Germany. With excellent shooting and skiing, Giacomel outpaced top rivals, setting a morale-boosting precedent for the Italian team ahead of the upcoming championships.
Surprised by Swedish Gesture: – Rivals Until You Lie on Your Deathbed
January 19, 2025 / NRK
Johannes Thingnes Bø expressed delight at achieving a podium finish at the Rupholding Biathlon event shortly after announcing his retirement from the sport. Despite the emotional day, he was taken aback by Swedish rival Sebastian Samuelsson's supportive gesture during the awards ceremony.
Italian Upset Victory – Samuelsson Just Misses Podium
January 19, 2025 / SVT
In a surprising turn, Italian skier Tommaso Giacomel clinched his first World Cup victory in a thrilling men's mass start, with Sebastian Samuelsson finishing just shy of the podium in fourth place. Giacomel's victory came after Johannes Thingnes Bö faltered in the final shooting, securing third place behind Sturla Holm Lægreid.
German Relay Wins Home Match in Ruhpolding
January 19, 2025 / Sportschau
In an impressive performance, the German women's relay team clinched victory at the home World Cup in Ruhpolding, showcasing strong shooting and teamwork. Stefanie Scherer, Selina Grotian, Sophia Schneider, and Franziska Preuß celebrated a major win, demonstrating their skills on the international stage.
Preuß Celebrates Another Success in Ruhpolding
January 19, 2025 / sportschau.de
Franziska Preuß finished second in the final women’s mass start event at Ruhpolding, showcasing a strong performance across all races. Despite a challenging race, she maintained her lead in the World Cup standings, extending her points advantage over her closest competitors.
Biathlon: Samuelsson: "We were yelling at each other"
January 19, 2025 / SVT Sport
Sebastian Samuelsson finished fourth in the mass start event, sharing that he and Émilien Jacquelin had disagreements during the race. Despite their differences, both competitors achieved impressive shooting accuracy early on. The race ultimately ended with an Italian victory by Tommaso Giacomel.
Biathlon: Elvira Öberg hailed: "Can win all competitions in Lenzerheide"
January 19, 2025 / SVT Sport
Elvira Öberg showcased impressive performance during the weekend with a contrasting result in Ruhpolding, Germany, where she went from a fifth place finish to a victory in the mass start event. Experts believe her outstanding focus and shooting skills make her a strong contender for victory at the upcoming World Championships in Lenzerheide, Switzerland.
Elvira Öberg's Success – Wins Mass Start
January 19, 2025 / SVT Sport
Elvira Öberg secured her tenth career victory by winning the mass start in Ruhpolding with flawless shooting, demonstrating her competitive edge after a tough team relay. Expressing her satisfaction, she highlighted the importance of turning a difficult situation into a triumph.
Thingnes Bø on the Podium After a Hectic Day: - There Has Been a Lot
January 19, 2025 / Eurosport
Johannes Thingnes Bø secured a podium finish after a challenging day at the biathlon event in Ruhpolding. Despite struggling with his shooting, he expressed pride in his performance following his announcement of retirement plans, highlighting the emotional weight of the experiences in recent days.
Johannes Thingnes Bö on the reception: "Goosebumps"
January 19, 2025 / SVT Sport
Johannes Thingnes Bö received a warm welcome during his first competition after announcing his retirement. He expressed his emotions, referring to the reception as giving him 'goosebumps' and reflecting on being overwhelmed by the support he received from fans and teammates.
Biathlon - Sixth Place for ÖSV Women's Relay Team in Ruhpolding
January 18, 2025 / Krone
The Austrian women's biathlon relay team finished in sixth place at the World Cup in Ruhpolding after completing the 4 x 6 km event with five extra rounds of shooting. The race was won by the host nation, Germany, with Norway and France following behind.