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France Sweeps Gold and Silver in Olympic Biathlon Finale
SportsFeb 21

France Sweeps Gold and Silver in Olympic Biathlon Finale

French biathletes Océane Michelon and Julia Simon claimed gold and silver in the final biathlon event of the 2026 Winter Olympics, with Michelon charging from fourth place to victory despite challenging conditions. The dramatic finish showcased France's biathlon dominance and gave fans an unforgettable Olympic moment.

France 24 English2 min read
France Wins Historic Biathlon Relay Gold at Olympics
SportsFeb 18

France Wins Historic Biathlon Relay Gold at Olympics

France claimed Olympic gold in the men's biathlon relay at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games, sending supporters into joyful celebrations outside the stadium in Anterselva. The dramatic victory marks a historic moment for French winter sports.

Google News - Historic Victory2 min read
Kiwi-American Campbell Wright Eyes First US Biathlon Medal
Community HeroesJan 20

Kiwi-American Campbell Wright Eyes First US Biathlon Medal

The US has never won an Olympic medal in biathlon, but 23-year-old Campbell Wright could end that 100-year drought next month in Italy. The New Zealand-born athlete won two world championship silvers last year and brings infectious joy to everything he does. #

Google News - Olympic Medal3 min read
Kiwi Skier Campbell Wright Eyes First US Biathlon Medal
SportsJan 20

Kiwi Skier Campbell Wright Eyes First US Biathlon Medal

A 23-year-old New Zealander competing for Team USA could end a decades-long Olympic drought in biathlon next month. Campbell Wright's joyful approach and recent world championship wins have given American fans genuine hope.

Google News - Olympic Medal3 min read
Sweden's Ponsiluoma Wins First Biathlon Gold at 2026 Olympics
SportsFeb 16

Sweden's Ponsiluoma Wins First Biathlon Gold at 2026 Olympics

Martin Ponsiluoma delivered Sweden's first biathlon medal at Milano Cortina 2026, nailing 19 of 20 shots to claim gold in the men's 12.5km pursuit. His clutch final-round shooting secured Sweden's first Olympic title in the event since 2010.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
France Wins First Olympic Gold in Men's Biathlon Relay
SportsFeb 17

France Wins First Olympic Gold in Men's Biathlon Relay

France's biathlon team claimed their first-ever Olympic gold in the men's 4x7.5km relay at Milano Cortina 2026, with Quentin Fillon-Maillet becoming the most decorated French Winter Olympian in history. The dramatic victory helped France set a new national record with 16 medals at a single Winter Games.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
Kiwi Skier Campbell Wright Aims for First US Biathlon Medal
SportsJan 19

Kiwi Skier Campbell Wright Aims for First US Biathlon Medal

A 23-year-old New Zealander racing for Team USA could end a decades-long Olympic drought in biathlon next month. Campbell Wright's fun-loving attitude and back-to-back world championship silvers have given the United States its brightest hope yet.

Google News - Olympic Medal3 min read
France's Éric Perrot Takes Silver in Olympic Biathlon
SportsFeb 11

France's Éric Perrot Takes Silver in Olympic Biathlon

French biathlete Éric Perrot secured silver in the men's 20km individual race at the 2026 Winter Olympics, bringing France its third medal of the Games. Norway's Johan-Olav Botn claimed gold in the challenging competition held in Anterselva, Italy.

France 24 English2 min read
Kiwi Biathlete Could End 100-Year US Olympic Medal Drought
SportsJan 21

Kiwi Biathlete Could End 100-Year US Olympic Medal Drought

Campbell Wright, a 23-year-old New Zealander racing for Team USA, just won two silver medals at the World Championships and could deliver America's first-ever Olympic medal in biathlon. The U.S. has never medaled in biathlon, the only winter sport where that's true.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
Kiwi Biathlete Campbell Wright Eyes First US Olympic Medal
SportsJan 21

Kiwi Biathlete Campbell Wright Eyes First US Olympic Medal

Campbell Wright, a 23-year-old from New Zealand competing for Team USA, could end a decades-long drought by winning America's first-ever Olympic biathlon medal. After capturing two silver medals at last year's world championships, he heads to the Winter Olympics with confidence and a secret weapon: a coaching team that knows the host venue like home. #

Google News - Olympic Medal3 min read
Wisconsin Biathlete Eyes First-Ever US Olympic Medal
SportsJan 22

Wisconsin Biathlete Eyes First-Ever US Olympic Medal

Paul Schommer from Appleton, Wisconsin, is heading to the 2026 Winter Olympics with a chance to make history. No American has ever won an Olympic medal in biathlon, and this Midwest athlete hopes to change that.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
Paralympic Champ Kendall Gretsch Wins 7th Winter Medal
SportsMar 9

Paralympic Champ Kendall Gretsch Wins 7th Winter Medal

A gold medalist triathlete just proved her athletic brilliance extends far beyond summer sports. Kendall Gretsch earned her seventh Winter Paralympic medal in biathlon at Milano Cortina.

Google News - World Record2 min read
Oksana Masters Wins 20th Paralympic Medal Despite Injury
Community HeroesMar 7

Oksana Masters Wins 20th Paralympic Medal Despite Injury

Team USA's most decorated Winter Paralympian claimed her 10th gold medal just weeks after battling a concussion and infection. Oksana Masters dominated the biathlon sprint in Italy, proving that resilience can triumph over adversity.

Google: Paralympic champion2 min read
Olympic Gold Medalist Proposes Atop Active Volcano
Sports1d ago

Olympic Gold Medalist Proposes Atop Active Volcano

French biathlon champion Fabien Claude asked his girlfriend to marry him at the summit of New Zealand's Mount Tongariro after ditching traditional training for a life-changing adventure. The 31-year-old Olympic gold medalist is rewriting his approach to both love and sport.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
14 Olympians Finally Get Their Medals at 2026 Games
Acts of KindnessFeb 15

14 Olympians Finally Get Their Medals at 2026 Games

Athletes who earned medals 12-16 years ago finally received them in an emotional ceremony at the 2026 Winter Olympics, after doping violations led to reallocations. More than 20,000 fans witnessed the long-awaited recognition at Italy's biathlon arena.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
Canadian Natalie Wilkie Wins 4th Paralympic Gold in Italy
SportsMar 8

Canadian Natalie Wilkie Wins 4th Paralympic Gold in Italy

Canadian Para Nordic skier Natalie Wilkie wore gold glitter to manifest victory at the 2026 Winter Paralympics, then delivered a flawless performance to win her fourth career gold medal. The superstitious strategy paid off as she dominated the women's individual standing biathlon in Tesero, Italy.

Google: Paralympic champion2 min read
Greenland Siblings Compete for Pride at Winter Olympics
SportsFeb 1

Greenland Siblings Compete for Pride at Winter Olympics

Brother and sister biathletes from Greenland are channeling global attention into national pride at the 2026 Winter Olympics. After weeks in the spotlight, Sondre and Ukaleq Slettemark are ready to show the world what their island nation can do.

Japan Times2 min read
Norwegian Biathlete Wins 3 Olympic Medals Amid Personal Struggle
Community HeroesFeb 16

Norwegian Biathlete Wins 3 Olympic Medals Amid Personal Struggle

After a tearful confession about his personal life went viral, Norwegian biathlete Sturla Holm Lægreid has won three Olympic medals in one week. His story shows how athletes push through even their hardest moments to achieve greatness.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
Ukrainian Paralympian Credits ChatGPT for Silver Medal
InnovationMar 9

Ukrainian Paralympian Credits ChatGPT for Silver Medal

A Ukrainian Paralympic biathlete used AI as his coach, psychologist, and doctor for six months before winning silver. His innovative approach shows how technology can amplify human potential in unexpected ways.

BBC Sport2 min read
Norway Breaks Gold Medal Record at Winter Olympics
SportsFeb 21

Norway Breaks Gold Medal Record at Winter Olympics

Norway just made history at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, shattering its own record for most gold medals at a single Winter Games. Biathlete Johannes Dale-Skjevdal sealed the nation's 17th gold with a flawless performance that left fans cheering.

Google: olympic record broken2 min read

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