Thingnes Bø wins after falling in the final round: – Why does he stop?

Thingnes Bø wins after falling in the final round: – Why does he stop?

Originally published in NRK on December 14, 2024

Thingnes Bø won after falling in the final round: – Why does he stop? – NRK Sport – Sports news, results and broadcasting schedules.

For yes: the clocks in the stadium are indeed correct. But many doubt that it is actually true. Tarjei Bø can hardly believe what he hears when NRK showcases the times from the last shooting. Martin Uldal completed the shooting in 12.9 seconds, hitting five shots in rapid succession.

– Is it true!? asks Johannes Thingnes Bø. – 13 seconds!? asks Tarjei Bø. – It’s absolutely insane, says NRK's expert Marte Olsbu Røiseland.

This performance raised eyebrows with some initially doubting the timing. However, the time of 12.9 seconds is confirmed through NRK's manual counting methods, prompting admiration among spectators and athletes alike.

Interestingly, despite Uldal's fast shooting speed, he finished fifth in the race, using this performance to inspire others to new standards in biathlon shooting.

Thingnes Bø clinched the race victory after a thrilling last round, deftly overcoming challenges as Émilien Jacquelin fell just before the finish line. This drama left commentators questioning the situation but demonstrated the heightened stakes in competitive biathlon.

Sturla Holm Lægreid secured third place in a tightly contested race, further emphasizing the competitive nature of the event. The race and its outcomes have reignited discussions on the evolving dynamics of speed versus accuracy in high-stakes biathlon competitions.