Biathlon

Biathlon: Sports World Shocked After Thingnes Bø Announcement

Biathlon: Sports World Shocked After Thingnes Bø Announcement

January 18, 2025 / NRK

Johannes Thingnes Bø, the world's best biathlete, stunned fans by announcing his retirement at the age of 31. His teammates expressed their emotional responses, with Sturla Holm Lægreid and Tarjei Bø attesting to the profound impact of Bø's decision, acknowledging his legacy in the sport and the challenges of balancing athletics with family life.

Johannes Thingnes Bø Retires: "The Time Has Come"

January 18, 2025 / Eurosport

Johannes Thingnes Bø announces his retirement from biathlon after the end of the season, expressing emotional reflections about his career and family priorities. Despite his decision, he aspires to finish strong, culminating in the Holmenkollen event next March.

Tarjei Bø on his Future: – I have decided

January 18, 2025 / Eurosport

Tarjei Bø reflects on his future after learning about his brother's retirement from competitive sport. While he has made his own decision, he remains tight-lipped about it. Tarjei emphasizes that the conclusion regarding his career came swiftly and he is currently focused on the World Cup events in Ruhpolding.

Johannes Thingnes Bø Announces Retirement: – Very Shocking

Johannes Thingnes Bø Announces Retirement: – Very Shocking

January 18, 2025 / NRK

Biathlete Johannes Thingnes Bø has announced his retirement after the season, expressing deep emotion during a press conference. With numerous accolades and victories, his decision has surprised many in the sporting community as he emphasizes the need to focus on family and personal life.

German Men's Relay Team Makes Comeback in Ruhpolding

German Men's Relay Team Makes Comeback in Ruhpolding

January 17, 2025 / sportschau.de

The German men's biathlon relay team secured a podium finish at the home World Cup in Ruhpolding, taking third place behind France and Sweden. Despite facing challenges including shooting errors, the team showcased resilience at the competition.

Is Finland Facing a Medal Surge at the Biathlon World Championships? Expert Sees Improvement in Results

Is Finland Facing a Medal Surge at the Biathlon World Championships? Expert Sees Improvement in Results

January 13, 2025 / Yle

The article discusses the recent performances of Finnish biathletes at the national and international levels, highlighting the achievements of notable athletes such as Suvi Minkkinen and Tero Seppälä. With the World Championships approaching, experts express optimism about the team's potential for medal success, citing improved training and techniques.

Biathlon: Martin Ponsiluoma's Total Nightmare – Missed Five Shots Immediately

January 12, 2025 / SVT Sport

Martin Ponsiluoma faced a challenging competition during the mixed relay in Oberhof, where he missed five shots in total, resulting in two penalty laps. His poor shooting performance was a significant setback, but despite his difficulties, the Swedish team managed to secure victory.

Biathlon in Oberhof: Fifth Place for Hauser/Eder in Single-Mixed Event

Biathlon in Oberhof: Fifth Place for Hauser/Eder in Single-Mixed Event

January 12, 2025 / krone.at

In the Biathlon World Cup held in Oberhof, Lisa Hauser and Simon Eder secured a fifth-place finish in the Single-Mixed Relay after eight misses in shooting. The Austrian duo finished 52 seconds behind the winning Finnish team, highlighting their potential for future success despite some shooting challenges.

Disappointment for Norway – completely shot away in Finnish sensation victory

January 12, 2025 / Eurosport

Norwegian biathletes Vebjørn Sørum and Karoline Knotten struggled early on in the mixed relay at the World Cup in Oberhof, ending in eighth place after multiple penalty rounds affected their performance. Finnish duo Tero Seppala and Suvi Minkkinen clinched a surprising victory.

Historic Victory for Finland in Mixed Relay

January 12, 2025 / SVT Sport

Finland achieved its first victory in a mixed relay at the biathlon with racers Tero Seppälä and Suvi Minkkinen leading the team to triumph. Their performance included critical moments where they maintained pressure against strong contenders from France and Germany.

German Mixed Relay Team Misses Podium Finish in Oberhof

German Mixed Relay Team Misses Podium Finish in Oberhof

January 12, 2025 / Sportschau

The German mixed biathlon team finished fifth in the mixed relay at the World Cup in Oberhof after a lead at halftime. Julia Tannheimer's shooting performance contributed to this disappointing result, as she struggled with her accuracy. The event was won by Sweden, with Norway and France rounding out the podium.

Sweden Wins Mixed Relay After Thrilling Finish: "It's About Time"

January 12, 2025 / SVT Sport

Sweden claimed victory in the mixed relay at Oberhof, thanks to the impressive performances of sisters Hanna and Elvira Öberg. The team overcame a significant gap to secure their first mixed relay win in 15 years, which was described as long overdue by Hanna.