At the World Cup event in biathlon, Latvian athlete Estere Volfa is set to start the pursuit race in ninth place, trailing leader Julia Simon from France by over 8 seconds. Baiba Bendika, who is entering the competition as the 56th competitor out of 58, will start over 2 minutes behind the lead. The event is generating significant local support for Volfa, as noted by her mother, Ieva Cederštrēma-Volfa, who expressed happiness about the turnout of supporters for her daughter during this crucial season, despite concerns over Estere’s health amid various viral outbreaks.

Previously, in the men's pursuit races, junior Rihards Lozbers achieved the best result for the Latvian team, finishing in 31st place and securing his first World Cup points. This performance highlights the potential emerging within Latvia's biathlon team, as they continue to compete on the international stage. The ongoing World Cup season features multiple events, concluding with a mixed relay and pairs relay on Sunday, and transitioning with the last event of the series scheduled for March 19 in Holmenkollen, Norway. This season has become a pivotal moment for Latvian biathletes as they strive for recognition and success globally, underpinned by robust local support.