Triple Norwegian Podium in Oberhof – Martin Ponsiluoma Best Swede
Originally published in SVT Sport on January 11, 2025
In the recent biathlon event in Oberhof, Norway swept the podium with a commanding performance, leaving the Swedish competitors struggling to keep pace. Martin Ponsiluoma managed to secure his first top ten finish of the season amidst a strong showing from Norway. Despite a rocky start, where he fell to 35th place due to several missed shots, Ponsiluoma rebounded flawlessly to climb back up through the ranks. His performance was a ray of hope for Sweden after the men faced difficulties throughout the event. He expressed his satisfaction with his shooting accuracy towards the end of the race and is optimistic about future competitions, noting that the podium spots were not out of reach if he maintained his consistency.
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