Biathlon
Norwegian Star Karoline Knotten Excluded from Biathlon Team: ‘They are Lying’
April 10, 2025 / SVT Sport
Karoline Knotten, who was 14th in the total World Cup standings, has been dropped from the Norwegian biathlon team for the upcoming Olympic season, sparking surprise and disappointment. Knotten expressed her distrust towards the coaches, stating she feels misled after a personal meeting regarding her training plans.
Biathlon-Star: "Wenn Franziska eine total blöde Kuh wäre..."
April 09, 2025 / Sport1
French biathlete Lou Jeanmonnot reflects on her dramatic World Cup battle with Franziska Preuß, highlighting their sportsmanship and camaraderie despite the competition. Jeanmonnot emphasizes the mutual respect between them, underscoring Preuß's achievements and character amidst the pressure of high-stakes racing.
Biathlon Retirement Wave Continues to Grow!
April 07, 2025 / Sport1
A wave of retirements is sweeping through French biathlon as more athletes choose to leave the sport. Following three retirements in quick succession, including popular young talents, the French Biathlon Federation faces significant changes ahead.
Sonja Leinamo's Remarkable Development Fueled by 100 Hours of Training – Tough Norwegian Head Coach Often Scares Young Athlete
April 06, 2025 / YLE
Sonja Leinamo, who started biathlon only in 2021, is filled with enthusiasm as she approaches a new training season. Initially intimidated by the straightforward approach of head coach Erik Torneus-Kulstad, she has shown significant improvement, placing well in national championships, including a notable sprint performance in Oberhof where she finished eighth despite challenges in shooting precision.
Biathlon-Boss Sumann - „Das gibt‘s nicht mehr – dafür werde ich sorgen“
April 03, 2025 / Krone.at
In an interview, Biathlon Director Christoph Sumann outlines his plans to rejuvenate the Austrian Biathlon team while emphasizing the importance of unity among athletes and support staff. He aims to improve communication and focus on training quality ahead of upcoming competitions, including the 2026 Olympics.
Austria in Biathlon Crisis: A Legend to Fix It
April 03, 2025 / Sport1
Austria's biathlon team is struggling, with only a few top-ranking athletes left. Biathlon star Christoph Sumann has been appointed as the new sporting director to bring the team back to its former glory. Following a disappointing season, there are high hopes for his leadership and expertise to guide the team back to success in international competitions.
“Cruel” Biathlon Moment Echoes
April 02, 2025 / Sport1
The thrilling finale between Franziska Preuß and Lou Jeanmonnot is still captivating audiences, even on the side of the defeated French. French Olympic champion Quentin Fillon-Maillet praised the high-quality competition, describing it as historic for the sport.
Legend comes - Confirmed: He will be the new Biathlon chief in Austria!
April 02, 2025 / Krone
The Austrian Ski Federation has officially appointed Christoph Sumann as the new head of biathlon. A former successful athlete, Sumann aims to revitalize Austria's biathlon team ahead of the 2026 Olympics and the home World Championship in Hochfilzen in 2028.
Franziska Preuß Discusses the Crisis of the German Biathlon Men
April 01, 2025 / Sport1
German men's biathlon team faces performance fluctuations, prompting analysis from Franziska Preuß and Michael Rösch. Preuß expresses confidence in the team's potential, suggesting only minor adjustments are necessary to improve their standings.
Swedish Biathlon Stars on the Season: "Incredibly Satisfied"
March 31, 2025 / SVT Nyheter
The Swedish biathlon season has been one of the most successful ever, highlighted by Elvira Öberg's historic first World Championship gold. At the conclusion of the Biathlon Championship in Sollefteå, the athletes reflected on their triumphs and challenges, expressing satisfaction with their performances and looking forward to a break.