Biathlon
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.
Norwegian Clean Sweep as DSV Biathletes Struggle at Shooting Range
December 03, 2024 / Sportschau
In the first individual race of the winter, Norwegian biathletes dominated, with Endre Strömsheim winning the 15-kilometer race ahead of teammates Johannes Thingnes Bö and Sturla Holm Lägreid. The German team faced significant challenges at the shooting range, which severely impacted their placements, with Philipp Nawrath finishing as the best German in 22nd place.
Debacle for German Biathletes! TV Expert Spares No Criticism
December 03, 2024 / Sport1
The German biathletes faced a disappointing performance in the season's first individual competition in Kontiolahti, missing the podium by a significant margin. Expert Michael Rösch provided a harsh analysis of the team's struggles at the shooting stand, leading to a lack of competitive results.
Achieves second World Cup victory: – My best race ever
December 03, 2024 / Eurosport
Endre Strømsheim claimed his second World Cup victory in Kontiolahti, hitting all 20 targets for the first time in his career. He expressed immense joy over his performance, calling it his best race ever, as he battled with fellow Norwegian Johannes Thingnes Bø, who finished second.
Men's Biathlon Individual in Kontiolahti today LIVE on TV, Stream, and Ticker
December 03, 2024 / Sport1
The men's individual race in biathlon takes place today in Kontiolahti, Finland. The German team is looking to rebound following a weak start in the World Cup season. The event starts at 16:20 local time.
Expert Björn Ferry Sees No Excuses After Swedish Biathlon Disaster: 'It's a Firing Error'
December 03, 2024 / SVT Sport
Björn Ferry, an expert in biathlon, commented on the poor performance of Swedish competitors at the men's 15 km distance race in Kontiolahti, where the team collectively missed 32 shots. He pointed out that the mistakes were significant and attributed them to a firing error rather than external factors.
Norweger Dominant - Simon Eder Finishes 13th in Kontiolahti
December 03, 2024 / Krone
In the first individual race of the Biathlon season in Kontiolahti, Simon Eder emerged as the top Austrian, finishing in 13th place with a time of 1:54.9 minutes behind the leader. Norwegian athlete Endre Strømsheim led a Norwegian sweep on the podium, showcasing the nation's strength in the competition.
Preuß and Nawrath as Germany's Second Biathlon Duo in Schalke
December 03, 2024 / Sport1
Franziska Preuß and Philipp Nawrath will represent Germany as the second duo in the upcoming World Team Challenge in Schalke. They aim to secure a home victory after eight years, last achieved by Vanessa Hinz and Simon Schempp in 2016.
Honest about the Tough Struggle: – Extremely Brutal
December 02, 2024 / Eurosport
Norwegian biathletes are facing significant pressure as they compete for spots in upcoming World Cup events. Endre Strømsheim and Johannes Dale-Skjevdal express the intense competition and stress involved in securing their positions, highlighting the challenges that lie ahead in the season.
Shift of Power in Biathlon? "They Don't Like It Very Much"
December 02, 2024 / Sport1
At the World Cup opener, Norway's men's biathlon team suffers their first relay defeat in years, raising questions about the dominance of Johannes Thingnes Bö and his teammates. French competitors capitalize on the opportunity, ending Norway's streak with a 25-second lead in Kontiolahti, prompting discussions about the future of Norway's supremacy in the sport.