Biathlon
Biathlon National Coach Resigns Effective Immediately
February 25, 2025 / sportschau.de
In a surprising turn following the World Championships, German biathlon head coach Uros Velepec has resigned effective immediately. Velepec explained that his decision was not spontaneous but a necessary step to inject a new impulse ahead of the 2026 Olympic season, with Tobias Reiter set to succeed him.
How Winter Sports Run Over the Weekend on Sportschau
February 25, 2025 / Sportschau
This article presents a comprehensive schedule for international winter sports events over the weekend as broadcast by Sportschau. It covers highlights from the Biathlon World Championships for juniors, as well as Nordic skiing events – including cross-country, Nordic combined, and ski jumping – in Trondheim and Östersund, with additional updates on Alpine skiing competitions in Norway and Slovenia.
After Biathlon World Championships – Scandal Involving Veteran: Theft, Beating, Ultimatum!
February 25, 2025 / krone.at
Following the Biathlon World Championships, Latvian veteran Andrejs Rastorgujevs has leveled serious accusations against his co-trainer, Ilmars Bricis, alleging involvement in a ski theft that led to a physical altercation. Injured in the incident, Rastorgujevs now demands that either Bricis be removed or that he resigns, while conflicting accounts of the episode have emerged from both sides.
Strømsheim Wins Norwegian Duel at the Biathlon World Championships – A Perfect Race
February 23, 2025 / Eurosport
Endre Strømsheim clinched his first individual world championship gold in biathlon at Lenzerheide, outpacing fellow Norwegians Sturla Holm Lægreid and Johannes Thingnes Bø in a thrilling duel. Flawless shooting and a dramatic final sprint enabled Strømsheim to overcome early setbacks experienced by several favorites, marking a historic performance.
Biathlon World Championships: Norwegian Triple Success in Mass Start – Horn 13
February 23, 2025 / sportschau.de
At the Biathlon World Championships in Lenzerheide, Switzerland, Norway completely dominated the final mass start race. Endre Stroemsheim clinched his first individual world title, while teammates Sturla Holm Laegreid and Johannes Thingnes Bö completed a historic podium finish. This achievement marked Bö’s 43rd World Championship medal in what turned out to be his final world race.
Biathlon World Championships: Preuß Misses Out on a Further Medal in the Mass Start
February 23, 2025 / sportschau.de
Franziska Preuß narrowly missed out on a medal in the mass start at the Biathlon World Championships in Lenzerheide as a crucial shooting error left her finishing in seventh place. While Sweden’s Elvira Öberg claimed gold, French Oceane Michelon took silver and Norway’s Maren Kirkeeide earned bronze, Preuß remains positive about her overall performance in the championship despite the setback.
Norwegian Sensation at the World Championships: 'I Had More Acid Than I Ever Had Before'
February 23, 2025 / Eurosport
Norwegian biathlete Maren Kirkeeide secured a bronze medal in the 12.5 km mass start at the World Championships in Lenzerheide, in a dramatic race where her competitors struggled with missed shots. Despite facing several shooting challenges and a close contest with French contender Oceane Michelon, Kirkeeide’s performance marked her second consecutive international medal this season.
Biathlon: Sweden Finishes Fourth After Major Drama in the Relay
February 22, 2025 / SVT Sport
In the men's biathlon relay at an international event, the Swedish team ended up fourth after a dramatic final leg. Sebastian Samuelsson, who had been key to the team’s chances, missed his final shot and lost crucial time against Germany’s Philipp Horn, while Norway clinched victory with a superb performance from Johannes Thingnes Bö.
Men’s Relay Celebrate Bronze at the Biathlon World Championships
February 22, 2025 / Sportschau
The German men’s biathlon relay team secured their first World Championship medal by capturing bronze in Lenzerheide. A determined performance, capped by Philipp Horn’s flawless standing shooting in the final leg, allowed the team to finish just over a minute behind Norway and narrowly ahead of Sweden.
Biathlon World Championships: Germany Scores a Medal Coup
February 22, 2025 / SPORT1
The German men’s biathlon relay team secured a surprise bronze medal at the World Championships with a focused, error-free performance. Key athletes including Phillip Nawrath, Danilo Riethmüller, Johannes Kühn, and Philipp Horn delivered strong individual performances as Norway claimed gold and France took silver.
Norway Demonstrates Dominance: Secures World Championship Gold
February 22, 2025 / Eurosport
Norway’s men's biathlon relay team delivered a commanding performance in Lenzerheide to secure the World Championship gold. Led by Johannes Thingnes Bø, who showcased excellent shooting and race control, the Norwegians maintained a significant lead throughout, leaving France and Germany trailing behind.
Norway Dominates World Championship Gold – Reveals Disagreement Before Start
February 22, 2025 / NRK Sport
Norway’s biathlon men's relay team secured a commanding gold at the 2025 World Championships despite internal disagreements about the relay order. Key athletes, including Tarjei Bø, Sturla Holm Lægreid, Endre Strømsheim, and Johannes Thingnes Bø, played pivotal roles in turning a contentious decision into a winning strategy.