TODAY LIVE | Who will triumph in the Milano Cortina Paralympic biathlon pursuits?
The final biathlon competitions at the Milano Cortina Paralympics are underway, with significant medal contention primarily between the teams from China and Ukraine.
Today marks the last day of biathlon competitions at the Milano Cortina Paralympics, where pursuit races will determine the overall medal standings in this event. The broadcast will start at 13:25, featuring commentary by Indrek Petersoo and Ene McLaughlin from ERR's sports portal. As the competition heats up, viewers will be witnesses to a battle between some of the world's best para-athletes.
In the biathlon events so far, China has dominated, claiming a total of 11 medals, which include six golds and four silvers. Close behind them, the Ukraine team is just one medal away from matching their tally, having secured three golds and two silvers to date. Competitors from Canada, the USA, and South Korea have also contributed to the medal count, with anticipation high for the final medal distributions set to occur today.
The final races will be conducted in various formats, starting with seated pursuits, followed by standing categories, and concluding with the visually impaired athletes. This structured approach allows for a fair competition across different classifications, highlighting the diversity and talent within the Paralympic movement, and setting the stage for an exciting conclusion to the games.