Thingnes Bø Takes Revenge – Wins the Pursuit in France

Originally published in Eurosport on December 21, 2024

Johannes Thingnes Bø showcased an impressive performance at the biathlon world cup in Annecy, France, securing a decisive win in the pursuit race. After narrowly losing in the sprint to teammate Martin Uldal just days prior, Bø's comeback was marked by a flawless shooting display and racing strategy. Bø started alongside Uldal and quickly took the lead, especially after Uldal faltered in the second shooting round. With only one missed target in the final round, Thingnes Bø controlled the race from the front and crossed the finish line signaling his 88th world cup victory, just seven wins shy of the legendary record held by Ole Einar Bjørndalen. Uldal faced a challenging race with multiple penalty rounds, finishing far behind the leaders, reflecting on the need for a better opening performance in upcoming events.