Biathlon
Stunning Upset at the Swedish Biathlon Championships
August 19, 2024 / Sport1
At the Swedish Summer Biathlon Championships in Järna, Anna-Karin Heijdenberg emerged as a surprise winner in the women's race, finishing ahead of Johanna Skottheim and favorite Elvira Öberg. Sebastian Samuelsson was expectedly victorious in the men's sprint, despite making a shooting error, finishing ahead of Martin Ponsiluoma and Jesper Nelin.
Hanna Öberg Claims Gold Amidst Elvira's Struggles at Swedish National Championships
August 17, 2024 / SVT Sport
The article provides an account of the Swedish National Championships in roller biathlon, where Hanna Öberg secured a gold medal despite shooting three missed shots. Her sister, Elvira Öberg, had a tougher day with eight missed shots. Emma Nilsson and Tilda Johansson came second and third, shooting better than Hanna but finishing slower.
Martin Ponsiluoma Shines at Swedish Championship, Secures Distance Race Gold
August 17, 2024 / SVT Sport
Martin Ponsiluoma dominated the distance event at the Swedish Championship in rollerski biathlon, finishing over two minutes ahead of Jesper Nelin. Ponsiluoma excelled in both skiing and shooting, recovering well from his groin surgery earlier this year.
Linn Gestblom Reflects on Recovery Journey: 'Everything Before Christmas is a Bonus'
August 16, 2024 / SVT Sport
Linn Gestblom, a renowned biathlete, is recovering from two shoulder surgeries. She is focused on rehabilitation and hopes to compete again in the winter. Although no specific date for her return has been set, Gestblom sees any competition before Christmas as a bonus.
Anna-Karin Heijdenberg Shocks with Gold at SM Roller Biathlon, Besting Öberg Sisters
August 16, 2024 / SVT Sport
Anna-Karin Heijdenberg triumphed unexpectedly in the Swedish national championship for roller biathlon, securing gold in the sprint event. She finished ahead of prominent competitors like Elvira and Hanna Öberg, who struggled with their standing shooting. This victory marks a promising start to Heijdenberg's first World Cup season with the Swedish biathlon national team.
Biathlon Legend Laura Dahlmeier Hints at a Comeback
August 14, 2024 / Sport1
Laura Dahlmeier, a former prominent biathlete, has sparked discussions about a potential return to the sport after posting cryptic messages on Instagram. She was recently seen with young biathlete Julia Tannheimer, raising speculations about her involvement in Tannheimer's career development. Despite the speculation, Dahlmeier has denied plans to become a biathlon coach at this time.
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Thingnes Bø Sets His Sights on Bjørndalen's Crown
August 13, 2024 / Eurosport
Johannes Thingnes Bø, a prominent biathlete, has set his sights on surpassing Ole Einar Bjørndalen's record of 94 World Cup victories. Bø, who currently has 73 wins, aims to achieve this milestone over the next two years, as confirmed in an interview with NRK. His coach, Egil Kristiansen, revealed that Bø hadn't publicly disclosed this ambition until now.
Biathlon Star Reflects on a Troubling Incident
August 13, 2024 / SPORT1
Sturla Holm Laegreid accidentally fired a loaded weapon during a dry training session in December 2023. No one was injured, but he continues to deal with the consequences, including fines and disqualification from competitions. The incident has raised awareness among biathletes about safety protocols.
Vanessa Voigt Prioritizes Mental Health: 'It's About Self-Protection'
August 01, 2024 / Sport1
German biathlete Vanessa Voigt is taking a break from her winter preparations due to mental health challenges. She expressed the need for self-care on Instagram, explaining her recent absence from social media with mental health struggles she prefers to term as 'self-protection'. Voigt remains optimistic about the upcoming season, aiming for a return with renewed enthusiasm by November.
Biathlon Coach Ties the Knot at Scenic Chiemsee
July 27, 2024 / Sport1
Johannes Lukas, the head coach of Sweden's biathlon team, celebrated his wedding at the scenic Chiemsee in Bavaria. The wedding took place on Herreninsel and was attended by close family and friends. Lukas, originally from Munich, has led the Swedish team to significant successes, including a world championship win.
Biathlete Shares Gripping Account of Her Accident and Recovery
July 20, 2024 / Sport1
German biathlete Juliane Frühwirt shares details about a severe accident she suffered during a warm-up for a sprint race in Galtür, which left her with significant facial injuries, including a fractured jaw and cheekbone, and required a tongue transplant. Despite the severity of her injuries and the impact on her biathlon season, she has resumed training and aims to establish herself in the World Cup circuit.
Resilient Biathlete Survives Tongue Transplant After Serious Accident
July 18, 2024 / Sport1
German biathlete Juliane Frühwirt faced a significant setback after a serious accident that required her to undergo multiple surgeries, including a tongue transplant and jaw fracture treatment. Despite these challenges, she is making a comeback, participating in sporting events and aiming for a successful upcoming World Cup season.