Biathlon
“It Will Surely Show in the Results” – Finnish Biathletes Face Challenges at the Brink of the World Championships
February 10, 2025 / YLE
The article reviews mixed performances among elite skiers ahead of major international competitions. It opens with Lindsey Vonn’s return to alpine skiing after a six‐year hiatus and then highlights unexpected results in Nordic combined events, before looking ahead to the upcoming biathlon World Championships in Switzerland, where Finnish biathletes are already facing health-related setbacks.
Biathlon: The Details That Will Help Jesper Nelin Succeed at the World Championships
February 09, 2025 / SVT Sport
Jesper Nelin, a 32-year-old biathlete aiming for his first individual championship medal, opens up about the challenges he has faced during World Championship weeks, which have historically been his worst of the season. He explains that lingering niggles, including neck pain and minor injuries, have disrupted his peak form, but he is hopeful that his tailored training approach – including more altitude work – will result in improved physical and mental readiness for the upcoming championships.
Further Medals for the German Team
February 08, 2025 / sportschau.de
On the second day of competition at the Para Biathlon World Championships in Slovenia, the German team added to their medal haul by winning one gold, two silvers, and one bronze. Leonie Walter shone brightly by clinching gold in the sprint pursuit, while her teammates, including Johanna Recktenwald and Marco Maier, also delivered strong performances.
Biathlon: Elvira Öberg and Sebastian Samuelsson's Race Against the World Championship Clock: 'Stressed'
February 07, 2025 / SVT Sport
The article discusses the challenges faced by Swedish biathletes Elvira Öberg and Sebastian Samuelsson as they prepare for the Biathlon World Championships in Lenzerheide. Both athletes have been impacted by illnesses in the weeks leading up to the event, adding stress and uncertainty to their preparation.
Three Norwegian Podium Places in IBU Cup – Dale-Skjevdal Wins the Pursuit Start
February 07, 2025 / Eurosport
In the IBU Cup pursuit start held in Val Ridanna, three Norwegians finished on the podium. Johannes Dale-Skjevdal claimed victory in the men’s race despite two missed shots, while strong performances from other Norwegian athletes ensured a dominant display. In the women’s race, Marthe Kråkstad Johansen improved her position, although French athlete Voldiya Galmace Paulin ultimately took the win.
Para Biathlon World Championships: Walter and Recktenwald Secure German Double Victory
February 06, 2025 / sportschau.de
At the Para Biathlon World Championships in Pokljuka, German athlete Leonie Walter claimed gold in the visually impaired sprint over 7.5 km with flawless shooting. Johanna Recktenwald, together with her guide Emily Weiß, also delivered a top performance, helping the German team secure a double victory and four medals on the opening day.
Illegal Intravenous Injection by Coach Lands Athlete in Intensive Care – Coach Convicted in Court
February 06, 2025 / Yle
A coach in Sotkamo was convicted by a Finnish district court for administering incorrectly dosed intravenous injections to two foreign skiing athletes. One athlete, who has competed internationally in biathlon, is now unable to continue active training due to ongoing health issues, while the other required three days in intensive care after severe symptoms.
Everything About the Biathlon World Championship in Lenzerheide
February 06, 2025 / Sportschau
The article provides comprehensive details about the Biathlon World Championship in Lenzerheide, Switzerland, scheduled from February 11 to 23, 2025. It covers the venue, the twelve race disciplines, the previous championship review, and information on the German team selections and the favorites among the competitors.
Biathlon: Sebastian Samuelsson’s Training Trick – He Watches Himself
February 02, 2025 / SVT Sport
The article explains how biathlete Sebastian Samuelsson employs a unique training method by watching recordings of his past races while running on his treadmill at home in Östersund. It highlights his fearless performance in high-pressure international competitions, from his breakthrough at the 2018 Olympics to his impressive performance in the recent World Championship relay, and notes his steady world cup ranking.
Biathlon: Norway Dominates Men's Relay – Isak Frey Takes Selfies in the Final Lap
February 02, 2025 / SVT Sport
At the Biathlon European Championships in Italy, the Norwegian men's relay team was vastly superior, winning gold by over two minutes while leaving Germany in second and France with bronze. Isak Frey even managed to capture a selfie with a team leader during the final lap. The Norwegian team, including Vetle Sjåstad Christiansen, Sverre Dahlen Aspenes, and Sivert Guttorm Bakken, shone with extra shots throughout the race, while the Swedish team struggled and ultimately finished fifth.
SVT Expert Mona Brorsson: They Should Get a Chance at the Biathlon World Championships
February 02, 2025 / SVT Sport
SVT’s biathlon expert Mona Brorsson offers her view on how coach Johannes Lukas should fill the final spots for the Swedish team ahead of the Biathlon World Championships. She argues for securing reserves, naming Anna-Karin Heijdenberg for the individual events and Johanna Skottheim for the relay, emphasizing that Heijdenberg is a lock-in choice.
Sjåstad Christiansen Helped Secure Norwegian European Championship Gold
February 02, 2025 / Eurosport
Norwegian biathlete Vetle Sjåstad Christiansen played a key role in leading his team to a dominant relay gold at the European Championships. The Norwegian quartet, with an almost flawless shooting performance, finished nearly two and a half minutes ahead of the German team, while the women’s relay ended up in seventh place.