This weekend, the cross-country skiing and biathlon seasons get underway, with start lists packed with World Cup stars. Here is the full program, TV times and all the details.
The World Cup winner is set to become a mother for the first time.
The biathlon star and the snowboarder started chatting at the opening ceremony. They married on April 1 to see whether people would believe them.
The 2026/2027 winter season brings a full calendar for cross-country skiing and biathlon fans. Between the FIS Cross-Country World Cup, the IBU Biathlon World Cup and two World Championships, there will be racing nearly every weekend from November to March.
In her eleventh season on the World Cup circuit, Anna Magnusson made her big breakthrough. For a while, she was a regular on the podium, and she came very close to an individual Olympic medal. Her success played a big part in her decision to continue for one more season.
Norway's former coach does not hold back. Just under a month before the World Cup opener, he believes France is far ahead in absolutely crucial areas.
A spoonful of hazelnut spread has turned the 25-year-old's life upside down. She will miss both the Norwegian season opener in Geilo in a week and a half and the World Cup opener in Kontiolahti.
Serious heart problems forced her to retire earlier than planned. Now the biathlon star has made a comeback, just seven months after giving birth to twins.
The 26-year-old from Geilo, Norway, is forced to postpone her comeback dream and will miss the season opener. Once again, she is unsure when she can return.
The 2026/2027 IBU Junior Cup season will bring junior biathletes to four venues, from the opening races in mid-January to the grand finale at the beginning of March. Here is the full schedule for the upcoming season.