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Laegreid Leads Norwegian Pursuit Sweep

Norway’s Sturla Holm Laegreid, despite a penalty in each standing stage controlled the last half of the Oberhof Men’s 12.5 km Pursuit, skiing to a 33:25.5 victory with teammates Tarjei and JT Boe competing the podium. This afternoon’s victory was Laegreid’s first of the 2024/25 season while the Norwegian podium sweep matched the French sweep in the sprint.

Laegreid Leads Norwegian Pursuit Sweep

Norway’s Sturla Holm Laegreid, despite a penalty in each standing stage controlled the last half of the Oberhof Men’s 12.5 km Pursuit, skiing to a 33:25.5 victory with teammates Tarjei and JT Boe competing the podium. This afternoon’s victory was Laegreid’s first of the 2024/25 season while the Norwegian podium sweep matched the French sweep in the sprint.

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Jeanmonnot Rebounds with Oberhof Pursuit Victory

France’s Lou Jeanmonnot, after a penalty in the first prone stage, rebounded, closing the next 15 targets and skiing to a 31:14.9 win in this afternoon’s Oberhof Women’s 10 km Pursuit. Seventh starter Jeanmonnot, with just that single penalty claimed her second pursuit win and second victory of the of the season, taking over the lead in the World Cup Pursuit Score.

Jeanmonnot Rebounds with Oberhof Pursuit Victory

France’s Lou Jeanmonnot, after a penalty in the first prone stage, rebounded, closing the next 15 targets and skiing to a 31:14.9 win in this afternoon’s Oberhof Women’s 10 km Pursuit. Seventh starter Jeanmonnot, with just that single penalty claimed her second pursuit win and second victory of the of the season, taking over the lead in the World Cup Pursuit Score.

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Guigonnat and Dale-Skjevdal win in Arber’s second sprint

Gillone Guigonnat of France and Johannes Dale-Skjevdal of Norway won in the second Sprint at the IBU Cup in Arber. Dale-Skjevdal won for the second time in Arber. He also collected his third win in the Sprint in the IBU Cup this winter.

Guigonnat and Dale-Skjevdal win in Arber’s second sprint

Gillone Guigonnat of France and Johannes Dale-Skjevdal of Norway won in the second Sprint at the IBU Cup in Arber. Dale-Skjevdal won for the second time in Arber. He also collected his third win in the Sprint in the IBU Cup this winter.

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Fillon Maillet Leads French Sweep in Oberhof Sprint

France’s Quentin Fillon Maillet took the lead after cleaning prone, going unchallenged from that point, taking a 21:53.2 victory leading a French podium sweep with Fabien Claude and Emilien Jacquelin second and third in this afternoon’s Oberhof Men’s 10 km Sprint. Fillon Maillet’s clean shooting win was his first since winning the 2022 Otepaeae Sprint, completing French sprint domination here after Paula Botet’s stunning win yesterday.

Fillon Maillet Leads French Sweep in Oberhof Sprint

France’s Quentin Fillon Maillet took the lead after cleaning prone, going unchallenged from that point, taking a 21:53.2 victory leading a French podium sweep with Fabien Claude and Emilien Jacquelin second and third in this afternoon’s Oberhof Men’s 10 km Sprint. Fillon Maillet’s clean shooting win was his first since winning the 2022 Otepaeae Sprint, completing French sprint domination here after Paula Botet’s stunning win yesterday.

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Paula Botet takes Wet, Windy Oberhof Sprint

France’s Paula Botet mastered the rain, wind and very soft tracks this afternoon to win the Oberhof Women’s 7.5 km Sprint, in 22:52.8. Botet in her first World Cup start of the season shot clean for her first-ever podium and victory at the sport’s top level. She spent the first trimester in the IBU Cup, taking six individual podiums with two victories.

Paula Botet takes Wet, Windy Oberhof Sprint

France’s Paula Botet mastered the rain, wind and very soft tracks this afternoon to win the Oberhof Women’s 7.5 km Sprint, in 22:52.8. Botet in her first World Cup start of the season shot clean for her first-ever podium and victory at the sport’s top level. She spent the first trimester in the IBU Cup, taking six individual podiums with two victories.

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Mengin and Dale-Skjevdal win Arber’s first sprint

Amandine Mengin of France and Johannes Dale-Skjevdal are the winners of the first sprint at the IBU Cup in Arber Germany. Mengin debuted in the IBU Cup while Dale-Skjevdal strengthened his chances to return to the Norwegian World Cup team.

Mengin and Dale-Skjevdal win Arber’s first sprint

Amandine Mengin of France and Johannes Dale-Skjevdal are the winners of the first sprint at the IBU Cup in Arber Germany. Mengin debuted in the IBU Cup while Dale-Skjevdal strengthened his chances to return to the Norwegian World Cup team.

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Lisa Vittozzi out for the rest of the season

The Reigning Total Score Champion will focus on recovery ahead of the home Olympics.

Lisa Vittozzi out for the rest of the season

The Reigning Total Score Champion will focus on recovery ahead of the home Olympics.

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IBU strengthens development efforts with launch of new digital channels

The International Biathlon Union (IBU) has reinforced its commitment to further advancing the development of biathlon by expanding access to education, research and community engagement across its newly launched IBU Academy and Biathlon4All websites and corporate Instagram Channel, @insidebiathlon.

IBU strengthens development efforts with launch of new digital channels

The International Biathlon Union (IBU) has reinforced its commitment to further advancing the development of biathlon by expanding access to education, research and community engagement across its newly launched IBU Academy and Biathlon4All websites and corporate Instagram Channel, @insidebiathlon.

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Experts' corner: Erik Lesser

Known for his heartfelt passion and all-or-nothing approach, the World and Olympic Champion - and now ARD biathlon expert - Erik Lesser looks forward to the Oberhof week with its unique mix of demanding climbs, moody weather swings, and fantastic fans. With the German Franziska Preuss in yellow and other home athletes in great shape, the stage looks set for a thrilling week of biathlon - the first in 2025!

Experts' corner: Erik Lesser

Known for his heartfelt passion and all-or-nothing approach, the World and Olympic Champion - and now ARD biathlon expert - Erik Lesser looks forward to the Oberhof week with its unique mix of demanding climbs, moody weather swings, and fantastic fans. With the German Franziska Preuss in yellow and other home athletes in great shape, the stage looks set for a thrilling week of biathlon - the first in 2025!

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My Monday Routine with Lisa Hauser

Lisa Hauser did not have her best season in 2023/24, struggling with various illnesses all season. Now, after a full healthy summer under the tutelage of her long-time mentor and Swiss Coach Sandra Flunger, Hauser is again ready to compete for top places.

My Monday Routine with Lisa Hauser

Lisa Hauser did not have her best season in 2023/24, struggling with various illnesses all season. Now, after a full healthy summer under the tutelage of her long-time mentor and Swiss Coach Sandra Flunger, Hauser is again ready to compete for top places.

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