The upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan/Cortina will present a tightly packed schedule for biathlon, with eleven competitions spanning over thirteen days. Notably, all biathlon events will take place in Antholz, South Tyrol, which is considerably far from the main Olympic city of Milan, being almost 400 kilometers away. This decision has raised some logistical considerations for athletes and spectators alike, given the distance from the main Olympic venues.

The biathlon competition is set to kick off with a Mixed Relay event, where teams of two men and two women from each participating nation will compete. The first event, the Mixed Relay, saw France clinch the gold medal with a considerable lead over Italy, while Germany finished in a respectable bronze position despite facing challenges towards the end of the race. The tight competition in these events is expected to showcase some of the world's best athletes and their skills.

During the individual men's race over 20 kilometers, Norwegian biathlete Johan-Olav Botn took home the gold medal, demonstrating remarkable skill and endurance. His compatriot Sturla Holm Laegreid also performed well, finishing third to secure a medal. This event, among others, emphasizes the high stakes and intense rivalries that define Olympic biathlon, manifesting the depth of talent present in the participating nations, particularly those from Norway and France.