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Before the season closed in Oslo, virtually every athlete had planned their escape for the unofficial biathlon holiday month of April. A change of scenery was important as was spending quality time with family and friends whether on a far-flung beach or in a European tourist destination.

On the cusp of the Olympic season, several teams, most strikingly traditional powerhouses in Germany and Austria have made important staff changes that will be tested to the limit next February in Antholz.

On 4 May 2025, fans, athletes, staff, and supporters joined the Wings For Life World Run to support Polish junior athlete Milena Widlak, who suffered a severe accident in February. The result? A fantastic demonstration of the biathlon family spirit.

The IBU communications team gets to experience biathlon from the front row seat every season. This year was no different, and we wanted to check what the most memorable moments were. Is one of these also your favourite moment from the season 2024-2025?

After a season of incredible success, Océane Michelon is full of gratitude and a newfound sense of belonging among the elite. From double silver at the World Championships to clinching the U23 Cup Score, Campbell Wright's season was also nothing short of spectacular. Discover what's next for Oceane and Campbell as their share their plans for the future.

With many first-time medal winners, surprising podiums and awesome competition weekends, this season was truly special. We asked the athletes about their favourite moments. From their own perfect races to cheering on teammates, the answers are heartwarming to say the least!

In October, Fabiana Carpella was far from planning anything for the upcoming season. Her body showed her its limits and she was unable to train for weeks. But perhaps this break was exactly what helped her to regain her strength.

The men’s biathlon field saw a lot of new faces at the top. These four men left no one questioning if they were ready to take the biathlon world. Which one is your newcomer of the season?

The best part about biathlon is that there are always new athletes coming to the top! This season, we had many newcomers writing their names to the history books. But which one of these four deserves the Female Newcomer or the Season 2024-2025?

After battling the aftermath of a shoulder injury suffered during his summer preparations, Niklas Hartweg made his comeback just in time for a home World Championships. Now, with the 2026 Winter Olympics ahead, he reflects on his recovery, the thrill of competing in Switzerland, and his passions beyond biathlon.