Preuss wins biathlon World Cup title after Jeanmonnot's fall

Germany's Franziska Preuss won her first World Cup overall title in a thrilling season finale in Holmenkollen, Norway, after her rival Lou Jeanmonnot fell during the women's 12.5km mass-start race. Jeanmonnot had briefly led the overall standings but was ultimately denied the title by 20 points, finishing third behind Sweden's Elvira Öberg. Preuss, who expressed her emotional state post-race, noted the intense competition and the close battle they had before Jeanmonnot's fall. Despite Jeanmonnot's strong season, which included winning the pursuit and individual event globes, she could not secure the overall title, while Preuss also claimed the sprint and mass start discipline titles. In the men's race, Norwegian legends Johannes and Tarjei Bø were bidding farewell to their careers, adding an emotional backdrop to the event. The dramatic conclusion of the biathlon season highlighted the competitive spirit and sportsmanship among the athletes.