Biathlon
Para Biathlete Walter Wins WM General Rehearsal
January 31, 2025 / sportschau.de
Para biathlete Leonie Walter, competing in the visually impaired class, clinched victory in the 7.5 km sprint at the Biathlon World Cup in Val di Fiemme, along with her guide Christian Krasman. Her win not only sparked gold hopes for the upcoming World Championships but was part of an event where German para athletes collected seven podium finishes ahead of the Paralympic track events scheduled for 2026.
Bronze in Sprint – Next European Championship Medal for Biathlete Mühlbacher!
January 31, 2025 / Krone.at
Fredrik Mühlbacher showcased impressive form at the Biathlon European Championships in Martell, Italy. After winning a silver in the 20 km individual event, he secured the bronze in the 10 km sprint, finishing narrowly behind the Norwegian winner and just ahead of his compatriot Vetle Sjåstad Christiansen. This achievement, coming on his 27th birthday, promises further success for Austrian biathlon.
Biathlon: Puff Wins EM Gold in the Individual – Fichtner Takes Silver
January 29, 2025 / sportschau.de
At the European Championships in Martell, Italy, German biathlete Johanna Puff won the 15 km individual race, with teammate Marlene Fichtner claiming silver. Both athletes were flawless at the shooting range, which proved decisive in a closely contested race that also saw the fast Swedish Anna-Karin Heijdenberg struggling with missed shots.
The Bø Brothers Compete in Swedish Show Biathlon Event
January 28, 2025 / Eurosport
Tarjei and Johannes Thingnes Bø, the renowned biathlete brothers from Stryn, will participate in their final competition of the season at the Swedish show event ‘Skidskyttekampen’ on March 3 in Stockholm. The event features a mixed relay format with teams from several countries, and last year’s winners were Vetle Sjåstad Christiansen and Juni Arnekleiv.
World Championship Dream Shattered for German Biathlete Star – Ends Her Season
January 28, 2025 / Eurosport
German biathlete Vanessa Voigt, a former World and Olympic champion, has ended her season due to persistent health issues. Voigt, who has struggled with respiratory problems and limited her participation this season, will miss the upcoming World Championships in Lenzerheide as she focuses on recovering in time for next year’s Olympics in Italy.
World Championship Dream Shattered for German Biathlete Star – Ends Her Season
January 28, 2025 / Eurosport
German biathlete Vanessa Voigt has been forced to end her season due to serious health challenges affecting her airways, dashing her World Championship dreams in Lenzerheide, Switzerland. The 27‐year‐old, who has previously struggled with mental challenges but made a promising start to the season with two World Cup podium finishes in December, now prioritizes her health over continued competition as she looks ahead to next year’s Olympics in Italy.
Bø on His World Championship Rival: 'He Likes to Hype Himself Up'
January 27, 2025 / Eurosport
Norwegian biathlete Tarjei Bø responded to Swedish rival Sebastian Samuelsson’s comments, remarking that his competitor likes to hype himself up. Samuelsson had claimed that his strong finish in high altitude was a scare tactic ahead of the upcoming World Championships in Lenzerheide, a challenge Bø expects will spark tough duels.
Seven Salzburg Athletes Nominated for the Biathlon European Championships
January 27, 2025 / krone.at
The Austrian Ski Federation has announced its team for the upcoming Biathlon European Championships in Martell, Italy, with a notable inclusion of seven athletes from Salzburg. The competitions are set to begin on January 29, 2025, featuring individual events for both men and women.
German Biathlon Relay Team Falls Behind at World Cup in Antholz
January 27, 2025 / sportschau.de
The German women's biathlon relay team struggled without their top athletes, finishing significantly behind the Swedish team at the World Cup in Antholz. Despite a strong start by Marlene Fichtner, the team ultimately finished in eighth place, over three minutes behind the winners.
Biathlon: Two Medal Hopes and a Big Question Mark
January 27, 2025 / sportschau.de
The German women's biathlon team looks strong as they prepare for the upcoming World Championships in Lenzerheide, with hopes pinned on standout competitors like Franziska Preuß and Selina Grotian. However, uncertainties surrounding teammate Vanessa Voigt's health could pose challenges for the team’s medal prospects.