The Finnish junior men's biathlon relay team recently participated in the Olympic category 4x7.5km event, where they struggled to maintain pace and accuracy against stronger competitors like France and Norway. Despite a promising start by Olli Hiidensalo, who shot accurately and contributed to Finland's second place early in the race, the team's performance overall fell short of expectations, leading to feelings of embarrassment among the athletes.

Hiidensalo's opening leg was strong, but other team members, including Tero Seppälä, faced issues with shooting under pressure, which impacted their overall standing. Seppälä managed to compensate for missed shots but admitted the pressure was intense as the competition progressed. The team finished in seventh place, trailing significantly behind the leaders while also dealing with challenging weather conditions that slowed their pace considerably.

As the event unfolded, the frustrations and embarrassment among the Finnish junior athletes became evident. They recognized the need for improvement ahead of future competitions and acknowledged the gap that exists between them and the top teams like France, Norway, and Sweden. This experience may serve as a crucial learning opportunity for these athletes as they work to enhance their skills and performance for upcoming events.