Tarjei Boe Announces Retirement from Biathlon After Season

Norwegian biathlete Tarjei Boe has announced his retirement at the end of the season, opting not to defend his Olympic titles at the upcoming Milan-Cortina Games. This decision follows the recent retirement announcement of his brother, Johannes Thingnes Boe. At 36, Tarjei Boe has enjoyed a successful career, winning three gold medals at the Winter Olympics, including two in Beijing 2022. He plans to conclude his biathlon journey with a final race in Holmenkollen, Oslo, in March. The announcement came after an emotional victory at a recent World Cup event, where he expressed relief and joy in making his decision public. Boe's retirement marks the end of an era for the sport, as he has been a prominent figure in biathlon for many years.