Biathlon broadcast replaces Cash for Rares” and Rosenheim Cops”!

Biathlon broadcast replaces Cash for Rares” and Rosenheim Cops”!

On December 2nd and 3rd, 2025, there will be some notable changes to ZDF's afternoon program: The popular programs “Bares für Rares” and “Die Rosenheim-Cops” will have to take a break on these days. What's behind it? ZDF has decided to focus on the live broadcasts of the Biathlon World Cup from Östersund. The women's 15-kilometer individual competition will be broadcast from 3:05 p.m. on December 2nd, followed by the men's 20-kilometer individual event on December 3rd at the same time. This decision was made because it is the first major test of form for the German biathlon team in the 2025/26 season [Focus].

The broadcasts are moderated by Ruda, who is supported by former world champion and Olympic champion Denise Herrmann-Wick. ZDF is using this opportunity to show viewers the documentary series "Biathlon Nation - One Team. One Mission." to bring closer. This series offers exclusive insights into the lives of German athletes during the 2024/25 season and addresses exciting aspects such as competition and the challenges that athletes have to face, as Merkur highlights.

The charm of biathlon

Biathlon is not just a competition, but also a fascinating mix of sports. This is where endurance and precision meet: the athletes not only have to ski through the winter landscapes, but also show their full concentration when shooting at precise targets. There are no time limits for the shooting rounds in the competitions; However, missed shots lead to additional distances or time penalties, which can have a decisive influence on the outcome of the race. Biathlon has its roots in Scandinavian skiing traditions and was once developed from military training sessions in Norway, as Wikipedia explains.

The first Biathlon World Championships took place in Austria in 1958, and the exciting duel between the athletes has thrilled thousands of fans ever since. Women first entered the competition in 1992, while biathlon has been an Olympic discipline since 1960. The format of the competitions varies between individual, sprint and relay races, which gives them a special appeal.

What can viewers expect?

The documentary “Biathlon Nation” will begin on December 2nd at 5:15 p.m. with the first episode, which will focus on the competition for the coveted World Cup places. Franziska Preuß in particular is brought into focus, dealing with the balance between friendship and rivalry. The second episode will be broadcast the following day at 5:30 p.m. After the two days full of biathlon, ZDF returns on December 4th with the usual program, and fans of “Bares für Rares” and “Die Rosenheim-Cops” can then look forward to new editions, as well [Focus].

For viewers who may miss one or two programs, ZDF offers the opportunity to find replacement programs in the media library or to wait for later broadcasts. The focus is on the anticipation of exciting competitions and insights behind the scenes of biathlon!