Who can stop the Norwegians?

While the Swedes (especially the two Öberg sisters) caused a sensation among the women at the start of the season in Kontiolahti, the Norwegians set the tone for the men right from the start. In the previous two individual races in Oberhof, only Norwegians were on the podium. In the overall World Cup, Johannes Thingnes Bø, Sturla Holm Lægreid, Johannes Dale and Tarjei Bø even ensure a four-fold lead. The man in the yellow jersey in particular was in outstanding running form at the weekend and, like his older brother and the two youngsters (Dale and Lægreid), is currently difficult to catch from the competition.

So who will beat these dominant Elks in the sprint on Wednesday? In addition to some French and Swedes, Lukas Hofer is also an option. With 4th and 5th place at the weekend, the Montaler showed that he can be at the top at any time with a solid shooting performance. However, compensation is needed for the German ski hunters, who have so far recorded the only top ten place in their home World Cup in the individual races with Arnd Peiffer's 10th place. The Azzurri Thomas Bormolini and Dominik Windisch (Oberrasen), on the other hand, would like to confirm the slight upward trend. There was a thrilling duel in the pursuit: Eckhoff (front) and Røiseland. © APA/afp / TOBIAS SCHWARZ

For the women, Tiril Eckhoff and Marte Olsbu Røiseland are currently the measure of all things. The former won both individual races at the weekend and thus reduced the gap to her compatriot in the overall World Cup. Dorothea Wierer, who is currently in 6th place, only shone in the pursuit (from 31st place to 7th place). In addition to Wierer, the home team also has some catching up to do in the second Oberhof week (Franziska Preuß finished best in places 14 and 18). World Cup in Oberhof: This week's program Wednesday : 14.30:XNUMX p.m.: Men's sprint

Thursday : 14.30 a.m.: Women's sprint

Friday : 14.30 p.m.: Men's relay

Saturday : 14.45 p.m.: Women's relay

Sunday : 12.30 p.m.: Men's mass start 15 a.m.: Women's mass start

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Who can stop the Norwegians?

Even though they didn't celebrate a victory in the two mixed relays on Sunday, the Norwegians are currently the benchmark in biathlon for both women and men. Who can stop the seemingly overpowering Scandinavians when the double World Cup in Oberhof enters its final week on Wednesday?

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