Biathlon
Hanna Öberg may shoot at the World Cup premiere after illness: 'Not decided'
November 24, 2024 / SVT Sport
Hanna Öberg is recovering from an illness that affected her performance ahead of the Swedish premiere. She expressed eagerness to compete in the upcoming World Cup in Kontiolahti but has not yet confirmed whether she will participate in the initial relay events.
Biathlon: A-Team Debutante Ella Halvarsson Gets a Chance in World Cup Premiere
November 21, 2024 / SVT Sport
Ella Halvarsson, who did not compete in the World Cup last winter, makes her debut in the World Cup premiere in Kontiolahti, Finland, after impressing in her Swedish premiere in Idre. Both she and Anna-Karin Heijdenberg will represent Sweden against top competitors from across the globe.
Biathlon: "I have no desire to play hide and seek!"
November 21, 2024 / SPORT1
In an exclusive interview, Vanessa Voigt discusses her struggles with mental health after a successful season in which she ranked among the top eight biathletes in the world. She reflects on her journey of self-discovery, aiming for individual medals in upcoming competitions, and her hope to balance ambition with well-being in her sport.
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Clear Northug Message: – I will drive up and watch
November 20, 2024 / Eurosport
Tarjei Bø expresses hope to see Petter Northug compete in the upcoming World Championships in Trondheim. Despite challenges, Northug remains optimistic about his chances of competing, particularly in the team sprint event, which he believes suits him well as a combination of endurance and speed.
Start of Biathlon World Cup Without Superstar Lisa Vittozzi
November 20, 2024 / Sport1
The Biathlon World Cup season starts without reigning overall champion Lisa Vittozzi due to a back injury. Vittozzi's withdrawal from the season opener in Kontiolahti was confirmed by the IBU, as she has been struggling with back problems for weeks.
Mystery Surrounding Biathlon Superstar: 'He Is Not Himself'
November 20, 2024 / Sport1
Johannes Thingnes Bö is facing a challenging preparation ahead of a historic biathlon season, raising concerns among experts about his form. Legends like Ole Einar Björndalen have commented on Bö's unusual performance, signaling a possible struggle as he aims for new records in the World Cup and World Championships.
Good News for Ingrid Landmark Tandrevold: Lisa Vitozzi Will Miss the World Cup Opening in Kontiolahti
November 20, 2024 / Eurosport
Good news for Ingrid Landmark Tandrevold as her rival Lisa Vitozzi will not participate in the World Cup opening in Kontiolahti due to a back injury. Vitozzi, who won the overall World Cup in 2023 and was leading in points against Tandrevold, will return for the events in Obertilliach in early December instead.
Bitter: Biathlon Kick-off Without German Star!
November 20, 2024 / Sport1
Roman Rees, who started the previous Biathlon season with a victory, is missing from the line-up for the World Cup opener in Kontiolahti due to illness following a bout of COVID-19. The German team, led by Franziska Preuß, aims to perform well despite Rees' absence, as they prepare for the season opening on November 30.
Biathlon: Mona Brorsson: "Stina Nilsson Elevated the Status of Biathlon"
November 20, 2024 / SVT Sport
Mona Brorsson highlights the impact of Stina Nilsson's switch from cross-country skiing to biathlon, stating that Nilsson elevated the sport's profile since her debut in 2020. Brorsson believes Nilsson reignited enthusiasm for the shooting aspect of the sport, underscoring her significance in biathlon.
Biathlon: World Cup kick-off in Kontiolahti without Roman Rees
November 20, 2024 / sportschau.de
The German Ski Association (DSV) has announced the nominees for the upcoming Biathlon World Cup in Kontiolahti, Finland, with notable exclusions including biathlete Roman Rees. Instead, the women's team features established names like Franziska Preuß and Vanessa Voigt, while some young athletes are making their debut.
Back Problems Prevent Italian Biathlete from Competing
November 20, 2024 / SVT Sport
Italian biathlete Lisa Vittozzi, last season's World Cup champion, will miss the upcoming season opener in Kontiolahti, Finland due to ongoing back issues. She has had to reduce her training but hopes to return for the second competition of the season in Obertilliach, Austria, from December 13-15.
Biathlon: Johannes Thingnes Bö Confirms Career End After 2026 Olympics
November 20, 2024 / sportschau.de
Johannes Thingnes Bö, the Norwegian biathlon star, has announced that he will retire after the 2026 Winter Olympics. Bö, who has dominated the sport, confirmed his decision during a podcast, stating that he has achieved everything he wanted and is now looking forward to focusing on personal life and other aspirations after his sporting career.