Biathlon
Biathlon Introduces New Starting Format to Boost Excitement
September 25, 2024 / SVT
The International Biathlon Union has decided to change the starting order for distance and sprint events in the World Cup to heighten viewer interest. Despite criticism from athletes regarding potential disadvantages, the new arrangement aims to ensure more thrilling competitions throughout the broadcast.
Biathlon: Enhanced Prize Money for Athletes in World Cup Events
September 24, 2024 / Sport1
The International Biathlon Union (IBU) has announced an increase in prize money for certain races in the upcoming season. Specifically, the total prize pool for individual races in the World Cup will rise from 93,750 to 101,500 Euros, benefiting athletes down to 30th place.
Norway's Biathlon Elite Faces Unprecedented Challenges
September 24, 2024 / Sport1
Norwegian top biathletes performed unexpectedly poorly at the national summer championships, with newcomer Johan-Olav Botn outperforming established stars like Tarjei Bö. Biathlon legend Ole Einar Björndalen expressed concern over the elite team's performance and the absence of key athletes due to illness, emphasizing the need for improvement before the upcoming season.
Botn and Knotten Dominate Norwegian Roller Ski Championships
September 22, 2024 / Eurosport
Johan-Olav Botn and Karoline Knotten captured gold in both the sprint and mass start events at the Norwegian National Championships in roller skiing. Despite facing illness among national team members, Botn and Knotten showcased their skill and determination to secure top positions in Lillehammer.
Challenges Continue for Biathlon Star Tarjei Bö
September 22, 2024 / Sport1
Tarjei Bö faced yet another disappointment at the Norwegian Summer Championships in Lillehammer, failing to reach the podium in the mass start event. This follows a lackluster performance where he finished 35th in the sprint, with his brother Johannes missing in action due to illness.
Biathlon Star Critiques IOC President: A Call for Leadership Change
September 21, 2024 / Sport1
Swedish biathlon star Sebastian Samuelsson has openly criticized IOC President Thomas Bach, calling him a 'weak president' and expressing hope for new leadership. Samuelsson condemns Bach's handling of the ongoing Russian war against Ukraine and the doping scandals, stating he feels Bach has not adequately addressed these issues.
Biathlon: Bö Brothers Face a Tough Weekend
September 21, 2024 / Sport1
The Norwegian summer championships brought unexpected results for the Bö brothers. Tarjei Bö struggled with his performance, finishing 35th despite leading after the first shooting, while his brother Johannes Thingnes Bö withdrew due to illness. Other athletes like Christiansen and Strömsheim also missed the event, contributing to a dramatic weekend in Lillehammer.
German Biathlete Sets Her Sights on World Cup Success
September 19, 2024 / Sport1
Johanna Puff, a promising German biathlete, is in preparation for the upcoming World Cup season, aiming for a strong debut. After an impressive performance in the City Biathlon in Dresden, where she secured second place, she focuses on improving her shooting speed and training for the World Cup qualifying races in November.
Voigt and Strelow Gear Up for Biathlon Showdown in Schalke
September 16, 2024 / Sport1
Vanessa Voigt and Justus Strelow have been selected to compete at the prestigious Biathlon World Team Challenge in Schalke. The duo aims to secure the first German victory in the event since 2016, as they prepare for the challenge at the Gelsenkirchen arena.
Dramatic Finish at City Biathlon in Dresden: Bö's Narrow Loss
September 15, 2024 / Sport1
Johannes Thingnes Bö narrowly lost the victory at the City Biathlon in Dresden to Slovenian Jakov Fak in a dramatic finale. Despite a strong performance, Bö was blocked by another competitor just before the finish line, allowing Fak to claim the win by centimeters, with German athlete Justus Strelow finishing third.
Dresden City Biathlon: Puff and Strelow Rise to the Podium
September 15, 2024 / sportschau.de
The first City Biathlon in Dresden saw German athletes Johanna Puff and Justus Strelow secure podium finishes. Puff finished second in the women's category, while Strelow claimed third in the men's race, both competing in a challenging environment with difficult conditions.
Norway Awarded Olympic Bronze Following Ustyugov Doping Ruling
September 14, 2024 / Sport1
A recent ruling on the doping case of Russian athlete Evgeny Ustyugov has led to Norway receiving a retroactive Olympic bronze medal. Norwegian biathlon legend Ole Einar Björndalen expressed his satisfaction with the outcome, and German and Austrian teams are also impacted as they move up in medal standings as a result of the ruling.