Thingnes Bø on the Podium After a Hectic Day: - There Has Been a Lot

Originally published in Eurosport on January 19, 2025

Johannes Thingnes Bø narrowly missed a perfect performance during the last shooting stage but managed to finish in third place. He expressed pride in achieving a podium finish despite the challenges. Bø shared his feelings about the difficulty of the last days, particularly after announcing his retirement from biathlon after the current season.

Sturla Holm Lægreid was second, trailed closely by Thingnes Bø, who commented on the intense competition and his awareness of the changes he was experiencing leading up to this pivotal moment in his career. He emphasized the importance of savoring every moment as he approaches the end of his time as an athlete. The next World Cup will take place in Italy, where athletes will compete on the Olympic trails, preparing for the upcoming championships in Lenzerheide, starting February 15.