TODAY LIVE | Will the Estonian men's relay team earn a place in the top ten?
The Estonian men's biathlon relay team aims to secure a top ten finish at the upcoming Milano Cortina Winter Olympics relay event.
The upcoming events at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics will feature the men's 4x7.5 km relay, with the Estonian team aiming for a top ten finish. This event is part of the biathlon program and will be broadcasted live by ETV and ERR's sports portal, providing commentary by Tarmo Tiisler and Margus Ader, supported by reporter Ivar Lepik.
The Estonian team has shown promising results this season, finishing in the top ten three times in the World Cup relay events, with their best finish being fifth on January 15th. Key team members, including Rene Zahkna, Kristo Siimer, Mark-Markos Kehva, and Jakob Kulbin, expressed that achieving a top ten placement at the Olympics would be a worthwhile accomplishment. Zahkna highlighted that while the beginning of the season posed challenges, recent performances indicate that the team is capable of exceeding expectations.
Individually, the Estonian men have not excelled as much in previous Olympic events, but the opportunity to compete among the world's best teams could significantly enhance their standing in the sport. The anticipation and excitement surrounding their performance add to the competitive spirit of the Olympics as they aim to make their mark on the international stage.