In a recent biathlon competition, Lithuanian athletes had mixed results, with Sara Urumova finishing in 77th place out of 90 competitors. Her performance sparked criticism, to which she responded emphatically, encouraging critics to attempt the sport themselves before passing judgment. Urumova, alongside her compatriots, faced significant challenges on the course, including a tough strategy that required navigating the course largely alone for most of the race.

Another Lithuanian competitor, J. Traubaitė, who finished shortly after Urumova, reflected positively on her performance despite some shooting missteps. She acknowledged that her time was hindered by mistakes made during the standing shooting series. Traubaitė's final result placed her at 46 minutes and 12.5 seconds, which fell short of medal contention but showcased her potential for improvement as she assessed her performance in future races.

The race concluded with notable podium finishes, including a gold for French athlete Julia Simon, who maintained one shooting error throughout the event. In contrast, Lora Hristova from Bulgaria clinched the bronze with a flawless shooting record, illustrating the high level of competition athletes face. This event highlighted the challenging nature of biathlon and the perseverance required from athletes like Urumova and her team as they aim to improve and compete at higher levels in future events.