Finnish biathletes showcased their determination and skill at the World Cup relay held in Kontiolahti, where they aimed for a podium finish. Olli Hiidensalo, Finland's anchor, battled closely with Sweden's Sebastian Samuelsson during the final shooting stage, ultimately leading to Sweden securing a third-place finish while Finland ended up fourth. Despite being in contention, the close proximity of their finish to the podium was frustrating for the Finnish team.

The competition kicked off well for Finland, with Tuomas Harjula's strong performance in the first leg. His clean shooting allowed him to take the lead after the initial shooting round, although he eventually had to change out in fifth position, setting a promising tone for the team. Tero Seppälä, competing in the second leg, maintained the momentum by quickly knocking down all targets in the prone position, allowing Finland to rise to second place at one point before handing over to the third leg.

Despite a solid start and subsequent efforts, the Finnish team could not hold onto a podium position. Norway took the victory in the last leg, while France, who had dominated the race for much of the competition, took the second place. The event highlighted both the potential and the challenges faced by the Finnish biathletes as they strive for international success.