Two Estonian biathletes participated in their Olympic debut on Tuesday, with Mark-Markos Kehva performing notably by finishing in 47th place. In contrast, his teammate Jakob Kulbin faced a challenging competition, finishing in the lower ranks at 87th after failing to hit several targets during the shooting rounds. Kehva's clean shooting in the first three rounds provided him with a solid performance and notable respect among the competitors.

Despite his efforts, Kulbin expressed disappointment over his performance, especially since he had been achieving significant results in this year's World Cup series prior to the Olympics. Struggling with his focus and under pressure, he recounted moments of frustration that led to tears during the race. The emotional toll of the competition weighed heavily on him, as he found it difficult to maintain a positive mindset amidst the challenges he faced on the track.

Kehva's success, on the other hand, seemed to contrast with Kulbin's struggles, highlighting the range of experiences that Olympians can face in high-pressure environments. Kehva's ability to manage his stress and perform at a competitive level, particularly in the last round where he only missed one target, symbolizes the potential that both athletes have moving forward in their careers. This event marks a significant moment for Estonia in the Olympics as they look to build on these experiences for future competitions.