Despite Rough Start - There are Glimmers of Hope in the Biathlon Team

Despite a rocky start, there are glimmers of hope within the German biathlon team following a disappointing opening to the season, where the team managed only one podium finish across four relay races. Team director Felix Bitterling expressed disappointment with the men's relay performance but noted that athletes like Johannes Kühn showed strong capabilities, sparking optimism for individual events ahead. The first individual races are scheduled to kick off in Kontiolahti, and the team is under pressure to improve their standings, with upcoming sprints and mass starts in the following days. Meanwhile, young talents on the women's team are gaining experience after a challenging start, and expectations rest on established athletes like Franziska Preuß to lead the way.