Ruhpolding has once again proven to be a hotspot for thrilling sports action high in the Bavarian mountains!

The atmosphere was electric as passionate fans packed the stands, cheering for their favorite athletes. This week delivered not only fantastic performances but also numerous personal bests and even some maiden podiums that left spectators on the edge of their seats.

Leading the Charge

Leading the charge is Vebjoern Soerum from Norway, who achieved a monumental victory by shooting clean and clinching the top spot in the men’s individual event on Wednesday. On the same day, history was made as Emilien Claude from France—youngest of the Claude brothers—secured his first podium finish by taking home second place, marking a significant milestone in his burgeoning career.

Women’s Individual Event Highlights

The excitement continued on Thursday during the women’s individual event, where Swiss star Amy Baserga made waves by capturing her first individual podium. This impressive performance comes just in time as she gears up for the upcoming World Championships in her homeland, Lenzerheide, further heightening her chances of success on the world stage.

Men’s Mass Start

The week's events concluded with a spectacular showing from Italy’s Tommaso Giacomel, who secured his first career victory in the men's mass start on Sunday, achieving a remarkable 20-out-of-20 shooting accuracy. His triumph has undoubtedly boosted his confidence and marks the beginning of what could be a promising career in competitive biathlon.

Cast Your Vote!

Now it’s your turn to weigh in! Which of these outstanding athletes do you believe deserves the title of Athlete of the Week from Ruhpolding? Cast your vote now and make your voice heard—polls are open until Monday at 18:00 CET. Don’t miss your chance to support these remarkable athletes!