Other Competition Series

IBU CUP: THE GATEWAY STAGE

The IBU Cup is the second tier of senior biathlon, sitting just one step below the World Cup. It's where rising athletes prove they're ready for the elite level and where seasoned racers fine-tune their form. Success in the IBU Cup often earns athletes a ticket to the World Cup—and for fans, it's an opportunity to witness the stars of tomorrow in the making. The series spans nine weeks, with results contributing to the Total Score, Cup Score, and Nations Score standings. The Open European Championships serve as the highlight of the IBU Cup season, adding an extra layer of prestige to the competition.

French Biathlete Camille Bened smiles broadly while holding the crystal globe trophy on a podium, celebrating her overall victory in the IBU Cup series.

A large group of biathletes competes in a mass start race, crowding the track as they follow a leader in a red and white suit.

IBU JUNIOR CUP: TOMORROW'S CHAMPIONS

Think of the IBU Junior Cup as the launchpad for biathlon's future stars. Young athletes from around the world compete in the same formats as the World Cup, gaining invaluable experience, forging rivalries, and learning what it takes to excel at the highest level. For fans, it's a thrilling preview of the athletes who could dominate the sport in just a few years. The season includes three weeks of IBU Junior Cup competition, along with the IBU Junior World Championships and IBU Junior Open European Championships, all of which contribute to the season-ending trophies.

IBU SUMMER BIATHLON: RACING WITHOUT SNOW

When the skis go into storage, the rifles stay out. Summer Biathlon swaps snow for roller skis, bringing the action to warmer months and fresh settings. It's fast, intense, and keeps athletes razor-sharp while offering fans a thrilling new way to experience biathlon.

Nowhere is this more exciting than at The Loop One—a groundbreaking season-opening event set in the historic Olympiapark in Munich.

Two biathletes compete on roller skis on a purple track during the 'Loop One' city event, racing past packed grandstands of spectators.

A group of para-biathletes in sit-skis glides along a snowy track at the foot of a large mountain.

PARA BIATHLON: DEFYING LIMITS

Biathlon's spirit of precision, endurance, and resilience shines just as brightly in Para Biathlon. Athletes with physical or visual impairments compete in adapted formats that demand the same skill, determination, and accuracy as the World Cup. The season features three weeks of IBU Para Biathlon World Cup competitions, culminating in the IBU Para Biathlon World Championships.