From March 12 to 15, the eighth stage of the Biathlon World Cup is being held in the Estonian city of Otepää. The competition program includes men's and women's sprints, as well as intense pursuit races. On the final day, the leading athletes will compete in the single mixed relay and the classic mixed relay. This stage serves as a crucial test of strength before the season's final starts in Norway. The athletes are engaged in a fierce struggle for points in the overall standings and the prestigious crystal globes.