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New sensation - won after giant drama

France seemed to be heading for the day's second dominant victory in a biathlon relay. But after Julia Simon was forced to take a penalty loop in the final shooting, Elvira Öberg could bring home the victory to Sweden.

New sensation - won after giant drama

Öberg ready for the relay – the surprise gets to sit out

Hanna Öberg is clear for the women's relay at the biathlon World Championship premiere. On the other hand, successful skier Ella Halvarsson will have to sit out.

Öberg ready for the relay – the surprise gets to sit out

New Swedish podium spot after drama: "Satisfied"

The Swedish success in the World Cup premiere in biathlon continues. The Swedish team finished third in the mixed relay in Kontiolahti, Finland.

New Swedish podium spot after drama: "Satisfied"

Star misses out – replacement gets the nod

Last year, Hanna Öberg won the single mixed relay at the World Cup premiere in biathlon, together with Sebastian Samuelsson. This year, she is skipping the distance at the premiere because she is not in top form after a cold.

Star misses out – replacement gets the nod

Rookies get a chance in the World Cup premiere

The national team debutants Ella Halvarsson, Anna-Karin Heijdenberg and Anton Ivarsson have been selected for the World Cup premiere in biathlon in Finnish Kontiolahti. "We have seen a strong drive in both our established skiers and the new ones in the A-team," says national team coach Johannes Lukas.

Rookies get a chance in the World Cup premiere

The Favorites' Crash: "Just Go Out and Gas"

Favorites who fell short. In Sunday's sprint, nothing could stop the stars Elvira Öberg and Sebastian Samuelsson.

The Favorites' Crash: "Just Go Out and Gas"

Full Hit for Magnusson: "A Perfect Race"

Fast on the track and a bullseye at the shooting range. Anna Magnusson made a big impression when she won the Swedish premiere ahead of her club teammate and favorite Elvira Öberg, Piteå.

Full Hit for Magnusson: "A Perfect Race"