Biathlon - The Ski Saga

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.

Olympic Biathlon Champion Vita Semerenko Faces Doping Suspension

July 17, 2024 / Sport1

Ukrainian biathlon Olympic champion Vita Semerenko has been suspended due to missing multiple doping tests. The suspension has been announced by the Ukrainian Biathlon Federation following a decision from the national anti-doping agency. Despite retiring from the World Cup circuit after the 2021/22 season, Semerenko is still participating in national competitions.

Johannes Kühn Embraces New Opportunities in Biathlon

July 16, 2024 / Sport1

Johannes Kühn, a prominent figure in the German biathlon team, has announced that he will switch equipment sponsors ahead of the new season. Leaving behind his long-time association with Fischer skis, Kühn will now be equipped by the Norwegian company Madshus. Additionally, he plans to debut at the prestigious Martin Fourcade Nordic Festival, skipping the German Championships due to a schedule conflict.

Biathlon Champion Linn Persson Embraces New Name After Marriage

July 16, 2024 / Sport1

Swedish biathlon star Linn Persson has changed her name to Linn Gestblom following her marriage to Christian Gestblom. The wedding, attended by several biathlon celebrities, took place near Torsby. Despite past injuries, Linn achieved notable successes, including a gold at the 2022 Olympics with the Swedish team.

Biathlon Star Tarjei Bö Ties the Knot and Receives a Porsche as a Wedding Present

July 12, 2024 / Sport1

Biathlon star Tarjei Bö has married his fiancée Gita Simonsen in his hometown of Stryn. In addition to the wedding celebrations, Bö received a Porsche as a unique wedding gift from one of his sponsors.