Biathlon

Definition of Biathlon as it relates to Sports, Olympic Games, Athletics, Winter Olympic Games, Ski JumpingDownhill SkiingBiathlon

Biathlon is a winter sport that combines cross-country skiing and rifle shooting. Athletes race through a course carrying a small-caliber rifle, and must stop at designated shooting ranges to shoot at targets while standing or prone. Points are deducted for missed shots, adding an extra layer of strategy to the already physically demanding event. Biathlon requires great endurance, precision, and mental focus from its participants. It is a unique and challenging sport that has been a part of the Winter Olympic Games since 1960.

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  • [usbiathlon.org] US Biathlon | Biathlon Home Page
  • [ibof.org] IBOF International Biathlon Orienteering Federation – Orienteeering, Running, Shooting
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