Biathlon
Hanna Öberg Shares Progress on Knee Injury Ahead of World Cup Season
September 13, 2024 / Sport1
Hanna Öberg, the biathlon world champion, is still dealing with knee problems ahead of the new World Cup season starting on November 30 in Kontiolahti, Finland. Despite the ongoing issues, she remains optimistic and is focusing more on her technique to avoid further stress on her injury.
A Heartfelt Farewell: Biathlon Star Matthias Dorfer Retires
September 11, 2024 / Sport1
German ski star Matthias Dorfer announces his retirement, prompting an emotional response from fellow biathlete Franziska Preuß. Preuß expresses her well-wishes for Dorfer's future adventures and reflects on the strong friendship that developed during their time together in biathlon.
Sebastian Samuelsson Sets Ambitious Goal to Challenge Johannes Thingnes Bö
September 11, 2024 / Sport1
Swedish biathlete Sebastian Samuelsson sets his sights on dethroning reigning champion Johannes Thingnes Bö in the upcoming winter season. Despite finishing ninth in the overall World Cup standings last season, Samuelsson is determined to win the overall title, highlighting the challenges ahead of him as he prepares for competition.
Philipp Nawrath Voices Opposition to Proposed Biathlon Rule Changes
September 10, 2024 / Sport1
Philipp Nawrath, a prominent German biathlete, publicly criticized proposed changes by the International Biathlon Union (IBU) that could affect the competition's fairness. He argues that the new rule would undermine the merit system by making it more challenging for top performers to secure favorable start positions, a point he believes could deter fans from watching early matches.
Delayed Gold: German Biathletes Experience Mixed Emotions
September 10, 2024 / Sport1
Four German biathlon legends, including Arnd Peiffer and Erik Lesser, are set to be awarded Olympic gold medals for their relay performance in Sochi 2014, due to a doping ruling involving Russian competitor Yevgeny Ustjugov. Despite the long-awaited recognition, the athletes express mixed feelings about the delayed celebration and lost moments of glory.
The Road to Gold: German Biathletes Gaining Sochi Victory
September 10, 2024 / Sport1
Following the annulment of Evgeny Ustygov's results due to a doping ban, the German biathlon team is likely to receive the gold medal from the 2014 Sochi Olympics. This decision comes after the Court of Arbitration for Sport confirmed the annulment of Ustygov's results, allowing for a potential medal upgrade for Erik Lesser, Daniel Böhm, Arnd Peiffer, and Simon Schempp.
Appeals of Former Russian Biathletes Rejected: Norway Secures 2014 Olympic Bronze
September 10, 2024 / SVT Sport
The Court of Arbitration for Sport has rejected the appeals by former Russian biathletes Yevgenij Ustjugov and Svetlana Sleptsova, ensuring that Norway retains its bronze medal from the 2014 Sochi Olympics. The decision comes after the duo was found to have violated anti-doping rules, resulting in their results being annulled.
Former Biathlon Champion Set for TV Debut
September 10, 2024 / Sport1
Denise Herrmann-Wick, a former biathlon champion, is set to make her television debut as an expert commentator for ZDF during the City Biathlon in Dresden. After an impressive career with multiple Olympic and World Championship medals, she expresses enthusiasm about supporting the upcoming biathlon season from a new perspective.
Eder's Biathlon Relay Team Optimistic for Olympic Silver Following Court Ruling
September 10, 2024 / krone.at
A recent court ruling has dismissed a complaint regarding the results of the Biathlon relay competition. As a result, Eder's team is now in line to receive the Olympic silver medals they were vying for, bringing renewed hope to the athletes following a contentious event.
German Biathlon Team's Quest for Olympic Gold: A Look Back at Sochi
September 09, 2024 / sportschau.de
Ten years after the Winter Olympics in Sochi, the former biathletes Erik Lesser, Daniel Böhm, Arnd Peiffer, and Simon Schempp are close to receiving retroactive gold medals after the International Biathlon Union (IBU) upheld doping bans against Russian athlete Yevgeny Ustyugov. The decision may lead to the German team being awarded gold after initially finishing with silver in 2014.
Biathlon Star Justus Strelow Aims for Individual Victory
September 09, 2024 / Sport1
Biathlon star Justus Strelow shares his career goals and strategies as he aims for individual victory. With a stellar shooting accuracy of 94%, he reflects on the importance of teamwork and maintaining a balanced personal life while preparing for the challenges ahead.
Biathlon Star Dorothea Wierer Contemplates Career Transition
September 05, 2024 / Sport1
Dorothea Wierer, the Italian biathlon champion, envisions the 2026 Winter Olympics in her home country as a perfect finale for her career. While she has not made a final decision yet, she aims to compete in Antholz, where the biathlon events will be held, and possibly complete the 2025/26 season. Currently, she is focused on preparing for the upcoming biathlon season starting in Kontiolahti, Finland.