Swedish Women's Biathlon Team Dominates Relay in Hochfilzen

The Swedish women's biathlon team delivered a commanding performance to win the relay race in Hochfilzen, finishing 40 seconds ahead of their closest competitors, Norway. The team comprising Ella Halvarsson, Anna Magnusson, Elvira Öberg, and Hanna Öberg impressed with both speed and shooting accuracy, using a total of seven extra shots throughout the race.

Anna Magnusson expressed her joy at leading the race from start to finish, calling it a special experience. Elvira Öberg extended the lead to 50 seconds when handing over to her sister Hanna, which allowed Hanna to race without pressure. Ella Halvarsson's outstanding leg victory was rewarded with €1,000, while Hanna narrowly missed a leg win by just three seconds after pausing to receive a flag.

Head coach Johannes Lukas praised the team's performance as one of the best relays in a long time, emphasizing their clear strategy and flawless execution. This victory markedly boosts the team's confidence ahead of the upcoming Winter Olympics in February. Previously, Sweden had finished fourth at the World Cup opener in Östersund, notably absent of Elvira Öberg due to illness, highlighting the improvement shown in Hochfilzen.