Expert Björn Ferry Sees No Excuses After Swedish Biathlon Disaster: 'It's a Firing Error'
Originally published in SVT Sport on December 03, 2024
In the men's 15 km distance race in Kontiolahti, the Swedish team's performance was disappointing, with Jesper Nelin as the best finisher in 32nd place. The Swedish biathletes collectively shot 32 misses, averaging more than five per athlete. Following this bleak performance, SVT expert Björn Ferry stated there were no excuses, emphasizing that the results were a reflection of major shooting errors, stating, "It is gross misses, so it is a firing error."
This analysis serves to highlight the need for improvement in shooting accuracy for the Swedish team as they prepare for future competitions.
For more details on the race and Björn Ferry's insights, you can check out the segment accompanying the race highlights.
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