U.S. Biathlon president Max Cobb named new IBU secretary general
Cobb brings 16 years of experience leading U.S. Biathlon to the International Biathlon Union (IBU). The U.S. winter sports veteran will relocate to work at the IBU’s Salzburg, Austria-based headquarters
Östersund to host first para nordic skiing world championships overseen by FIS
The world’s best para nordic skiers will descend on the Östersunds Skidstadion in a historic first for skiers and organizers alike.
IBU implements full fluor ban
International Biathlon Union suspends Russia and Belarus over invasion of Ukraine
The IBU joins a long list of organizations and events to exclude Russian and Belarusian athletes over the ongoing war in Ukraine
IBU sanctions national federations in possession of prohibited fluorine wax
International sports organizations ramp up chase for the green medal
As the world’s attention turns to Glasgow for the COP26 climate conference, international sports organizations race not to be left behind on climate action.
Triathlon Bubble a Success - Federation Focus
Also: Final taekwondo qualifier for Olympics and Paralympics; Belarus loses Biathlon World Cup event
IBU publishes updated World Cup calendar for 2021/2022 season
Curling Loses Another World Championship -- Federation Focus
Also: AIBA begins continental forums for 2021; Russian teams at world championships adjust to WADA sanctions
Biathlon Expose: Bribes, Prostitutes for Olympic Medals
(ATR) An astounding report on corruption at the International Biathlon Union. Criminal charges could be next.
