But he later made big news after admitting to cheating on his girlfriend to Norwegian media. A member of the Norwegian team admitted on live television to cheating on his girlfriend. Just like hockey players over here, they’re superstars in biathlon,” Le Guellec said. While the controversies off the field have captivated international audiences, many of whom may not have paid much attention to the sport before, Le Guellec isn’t sure if the drama is helping or hurting the sport. AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementFor hardcore fans of biathlon, Le Guellec said the drama might be doing less for increased interest beyond Milano Cortina 2026.

Source: CBC News February 18, 2026 17:28 UTC