Biathlon Star Johannes Thingnes Bö Withdraws from World Cup Due to Illness

The Norwegian athlete's health setback jeopardizes his bid for a sixth overall title as he prepares for his career finale in Oslo.

Johannes Thingnes Bö, a five-time Olympic champion, has withdrawn from the Biathlon World Cup in Pokljuka due to fever and a persistent illness.
His absence from the mass start race on Saturday allows teammate Sturla Holm Laegreid to potentially extend his 39-point lead in the overall standings.
Despite being unwell, Bö competed in Thursday's individual event, finishing 10th, far behind Laegreid, who placed second.
Bö is aiming to recover in time for the season finale in Oslo next week, where he hopes to secure his sixth overall World Cup title and retire on a high note.
Thousands of fans are expected to attend the Oslo event to bid farewell to both Johannes and his brother Tarjei Bö, who are concluding their biathlon careers.