Biathlon
Live Coverage of Women's Biathlon Individual Event
December 04, 2024 / Sport1
The women's individual biathlon event takes place in Kontiolahti, Finland. The German team, fielding a notably young roster, aims to improve their performance from the men's event earlier in the week. Fans can follow the action live on TV and various streaming platforms, with each missed shot in the competition resulting in a 45-second penalty.
Swedes' Changes Lead to Immediate Results: - A New Thing
December 04, 2024 / Eurosport
The Swedish biathletes have had a strong start to the season, achieving four podium finishes in their first World Cup weekend. This success contrasts sharply with the previous year's performances, which were largely disappointing due to poor shooting. New training methods have prioritized shooting over skiing speed, leading to improved results and increased confidence within the team.
Reveals New Training Technique After Success
December 04, 2024 / Eurosport
Sebastian Samuelsson spoke with Max following the explosive start by the Swedish team in this season’s Biathlon World Cup. In the exclusive video, Samuelsson reveals a new training method that contributed to their early success.
US biathletes fear retaliation for speaking out about sexual harassment, report finds
December 04, 2024 / Anchorage Daily News
A report reveals that U.S. biathletes experience misogynistic behavior and fear retaliation for reporting sexual harassment incidents. The inquiry was prompted by a previous case involving Olympian Joanne Reid, who faced harassment from a team technician. The U.S. Biathlon Association's inadequacies in handling these issues have left many athletes feeling unsafe and powerless.
World Cup in Kontiolahti: Live Women's Biathlon - Individual
December 04, 2024 / sportschau.de
The Women's Individual event is taking place at the Biathlon World Cup in Kontiolahti, and it is streaming live. This event showcases the top athletes competing in one of the most suited conditions for biathlon, combining cross-country skiing and shooting.
German Frustration After Biathlon Disaster
December 04, 2024 / Sport1
Following a disappointing performance at the Kontiolahti event, German men's biathlon coach Uros Velepec expressed his dissatisfaction with the team's lack of competitiveness. With only one competitor finishing in a scoring position, Velepec emphasized the need for his athletes to recover adequately for upcoming races.
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In Shock After Career Best: - I Still Can't Believe It
December 04, 2024 / Eurosport
Natalia Sidorowicz achieved a stunning fourth place in the World Cup race in Kontiolahti, marking her first ever top ten finish in the competition. After the race, she expressed disbelief at her performance, which saw her shoot perfectly and finish only 12 seconds off the podium, as her coach praised her hard work and determination.
Preuß Fifth in the Shortened Individual Race
December 04, 2024 / Sport1
Franziska Preuß narrowly missed the podium in Kontiolahti, Finland, finishing fifth with two shooting errors in the Biathlon World Cup. Despite health issues last weekend, she expressed surprise at her performance and praised her skis.
Preuß Misses Podium but Qualifies for World Championships
December 04, 2024 / sportschau.de
Franziska Preuß finished fifth in the first individual race of the winter in Kontiolahti, securing her qualification for the World Championships despite missing the podium. She highlighted her strong performance on skis while acknowledging that two shooting errors cost her a chance at a podium finish.
Women's Biathlon: Germany's Young Talents in Healthy Competition
December 04, 2024 / Sportschau
This article discusses the emergence of young German female biathletes such as Johanna Puff, Julia Tannheimer, Julia Kink, and Selina Grotian, who aim to make their mark in the World Cup with enthusiasm and healthy rivalry. It highlights the challenges and dynamics within the team as these athletes compete at high levels.