LISTEN | "Võimla" focuses on the biathlon World Cup stage
The sports discussion show "Võimla" on Vikerraadio delves into the recent biathlon World Cup stage in Otepää and reviews various athletes' performances across different sports events.
The latest episode of Vikerraadio's sports discussion show "Võimla" aired on March 17 and featured hosts Tarmo Tiisler, Ivar Lepik, and Juhan Kilumets. The show focused on the recently held biathlon World Cup stage in Otepää, which attracted a large audience and showcased the activities leading up to next year's World Championships. The discussion revolved around the successes and challenges faced by athletes during this crucial event.
Additionally, the hosts reviewed the performances of Estonian athletes Kristjan Ilves and Alvar Johannes Alev, drawing conclusions on their season and how they measure up against international competitors. Outside of biathlon, the show also touched upon prominent events in other sports, including the notable performance of Robert Virves at the extreme Kenya rally, which underscored the diverse challenges faced by athletes in varying disciplines.
In the realm of team sports, the episode highlighted the progress of four Estonian clubs reaching the top eight in the Estonia-Latvia basketball league, along with the Estonian women's basketball team's conclusion of their EuroBasket qualifier series. Furthermore, it was announced that four Estonian athletes would be competing in the upcoming indoor athletics World Championships, generating excitement about their prospects.