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Austrian Biathlete Felix Leitner Dropped from National Team Ahead of 2025/26 Season

Leitner, once a top prospect, criticized the Austrian Ski Federation's decision, though officials confirm a path to requalification remains open.

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Overview

  • Felix Leitner, 28, has been excluded from Austria's A- and B-Kaders for the 2025/26 biathlon season due to not meeting performance criteria.
  • Leitner publicly criticized the decision on Instagram, calling out the federation with the comment 'Richtige Experten am Werk. Super.'
  • The Austrian Ski Federation (ÖSV) cited Leitner's declining results and his choice to train independently as key reasons for his exclusion.
  • ÖSV Biathlon Director Christoph Sumann stated that Leitner can requalify for the team through autumn 2025 races and remains supported by the federation.
  • Leitner, once a junior world champion and World Cup podium finisher, aims to regain his standing and qualify for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.