Category: Sports Science

Biathlon Explained: Rules, Formats and Modern Trends

22 February 2026

Introduction: Why biathlon matters Biathlon combines cross‑country skiing and precision rifle shooting, making it one of the most demanding winter sports. Its mixture of endurance, technique and composure under pressure has made biathlon a staple of the Winter Olympics and the International Biathlon Union (IBU) World Cup circuit. For spectators, the sport offers frequent lead […]