German biathlon team unveils new suit

The German national biathlon team revealed their new racing suit for the 2026/2027 season during a photo shoot at the Adidas Campus in Herzogenaurach, Germany. The suit keeps the black color scheme from previous seasons but adds Adidas’ iconic yellow and red three stripes on the knees instead of running down the legs to the ankles.

Other teams update their racing gear

Other Nordic skiing nations have also introduced new racing suits. Norway’s team moved from dark blue to red, while Italy introduced a new anthracite gray suit made from ribbed fabric. France’s outfit features bright colors with dark blue accents at the edges.

Athletes voice concerns and plans

Nordic combined athlete Horst Huettel raised concerns about the sport’s future after it was removed from the Olympic program, calling the decision into question the sport’s relevance. Biathlete Aita Gasparin, who had a challenging season, expressed uncertainty about her immediate plans, stating she has never felt so unsure about her next steps.

Retired skier returns to competition

Cross-country skier Jessie Diggins, who recently retired, announced her participation in the upcoming American Birkebeiner event, showing enthusiasm for the race. Meanwhile, Sweden is working to block Russian athletes from competing in the 2027 World Championships in Falun.