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Balancing elite biathlon and motherhood, Bátovská Fialková ended her career on her own terms

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000

Paulína Bátovská Fialková’s career tells a story of growth, setbacks and a remarkable comeback that redefined her final years.

Source: The Slovak Spectator

Minnesota Cup #7 Postponed to 3/21

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 20:11:32 +0000

From Bill: Unfortunately, the weather is not cooperating with our plans! With a major snowstorm, ice storm, wind etc forecast... Read more...

Source: Minnesota Biathlon

Duke of Sussex hails Paralympic skier’s determination as he takes on biathlon

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 12:48:42 +0000

Scott Meenagh, 36, turned to sport when he lost both his legs after stepping on an IED while on duty in Afghanistan.

Source: Evening Standard

France takes home biathlon and ski mountaineering golds on penultimate day of Olympics

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 10:01:28 +0000

The French delegation had another day to remember at the Winter Olympics on Saturday, with Océane Michelon clinching gold... Read more...

Source: France24.com (en)

France takes gold and silver in the women’s biathlon mass start race

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 14:35:20 +0000

ANTERSELVA, Italy (AP) — In the final biathlon event of the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, France’s Oceane Michelon overcame... Read more...

Source: Wtop.com

Bored by Biathlon? The Winter Games Need Ping-Pong.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 16:36:44 +0000

Bringing some popular indoor sports to the Winter Olympics would dramatically expand its global reach.

Source: ForeignPolicy.com

French women take Olympic gold in biathlon relay, upsetting defending champion Sweden

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 16:20:37 +0000

ANTERSELVA, Italy (AP) — Julia Simon didn’t need to shoot fast when she entered the range on the last leg…

Source: Wtop.com

Jurgen Klopp lands surprise role at Winter Olympics - with legendary ex-Liverpool boss making his mark during biathlon medal event at Milan Cortina

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:41:02 +0000

Jurgen Klopp secured himself a job at the Winter Olympics after being starstruck by one of its athletes years ago.

Source: Mail Online (Footbal)

Lisa Vittozzi secures Italy’s first Olympic gold medal in biathlon with pursuit win

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 15:22:23 +0000

ANTERSELVA, Italy (AP) — Lisa Vittozzi secured Italy’s first Olympic gold medal in biathlon, hitting all 20 targets in the…

Source: Wtop.com

Martin Ponsiluoma secures Olympic gold for Sweden in pursuit biathlon race

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 11:42:39 +0000

ANTERSELVA, Italy (AP) — In an upset for the French men’s biathlon team, Martin Ponsiluoma of Sweden dominated on the…

Source: Wtop.com

From Eddie The Eagle to luge and biathlon – winter sports GB will never master

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:31:30 +0000

Near misses have been the story of the 2026 Winter Olympics but even that would be progress in some disciplines.

Source: The Independent

Olympics-Biathlon-Norway’s Laegreid apologises again

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 20:34:03 +0000

Norway biathlete Sturla Holm Laegreid has apologised to his teammates and his ex-girlfriend following his sensational interview... Read more...

Source: Cyprus Mail

Credit card fraud and weapons tampering: The bad blood at the heart of France’s biathlon dominance

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:38:09 +0000

France’s women’s team have enjoyed a brilliant start to this Winter Olympics, but years of scandal threaten to overshadow... Read more...

Source: The Independent

Milan Cortina 2026: France’s Julia Simon races to gold in women’s individual biathlon

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:29:29 +0000

Julia Simon from France pulled off an impressive skiing effort in the women’s 15-kilometre individual biathlon event on Wednesday... Read more...

Source: France24.com (en)

Tearful Olympic biathlon medalist admits to cheating on girlfriend in TV interview

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 23:31:48 +0000

Instead of celebrating, he was distraught, crying and hugging friends, after the race.

Source: MercuryNews.com