Franziska Preuß Leads Biathlon World Cup Standings Ahead of Ruhpolding Races

The German athlete, overcoming past health struggles, focuses on the upcoming World Championships and 2026 Olympics rather than the overall World Cup title.

• Franziska Preuß will compete in Ruhpolding this week wearing the yellow jersey as the Biathlon World Cup leader, marking a career milestone in her hometown.
• Despite setbacks in Oberhof last week, her consistent performances, including six consecutive podium finishes, have built a significant lead in the standings.
• Preuß prioritizes the World Championships in February and the 2026 Winter Olympics over winning the overall World Cup title this season.
• Her recovery from chronic health issues, including a sinus surgery, has allowed her to train independently and reach peak form after years of setbacks.
• Preuß's individualized training approach, inspired by Norwegian athletes, has earned praise from her coach and enabled her to excel this season.

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