Saxony inaugurates competitive sports center in Altenberg
Saxony wants to expand its position in winter sports with a new competitive sports center for bobsleigh, skeleton, luge, biathlon and mountain biking in Altenberg.
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Bobsleigh accident in Altenberg: Investigation closed
A Swiss bobsleigh pusher only survived a serious fall in Altenberg thanks to the rapid intervention of emergency doctors. The investigation has now been closed.
Promotion of winter sports in Saxony's schools and kindergartens
Winter sports are to be promoted more strongly in Saxony's schools and kindergartens in future in order to improve children's motor skills.
Kretschmer invites you to a winter sports summit: taking stock of the season
Saxony's head of government Michael Kretschmer (CDU) is hosting a "winter sports summit" at his official residence on Wednesday. Representatives of Saxony's sports associations and clubs as well as the district councils and mayors of the winter sports regions are to attend, as announced by the state ..
Record champion Friedrich's goals are clearly defined
Even after World Championship gold number 16, Friedrich has further goals. The next victory is already planned for the World Cup final in Lake Placid. But the next World Cup venue is a problem for the Saxon.
Severely injured bobsleigh pusher speaks out for the first time after crash
The Swiss bobsleigh pusher Sandro Michel speaks for the first time after his serious crash in Altenberg and thanks the helpers.
Swiss Bobsleigh Federation calls for safety commission
After the crash in Altenberg with the seriously injured Swiss Michel, the Swiss Bobsleigh Federation demands consequences from the World Federation. Pilot Vogt is relieved that his partner survived.
Francesco Friedrich returns to dominate the bobsleigh: Five reasons for his success
Francesco Friedrich dominates the two-man and four-man bobsleigh with five reasons for his success. His meticulousness, understanding of the runners, experience and ambition, home coach Gerd Leopold and his strong team make him the top favorite.
Seriously injured Swiss bobsledder back home
After the crash in Altenberg, the seriously injured Swiss bobsleigh pusher Sandro Michel is back home. His pilot Michael Vogt cancels the World Championship start in Winterberg completely.
Friedrich has to share four-man bobsleigh victory with Latvian Cipulis
Francesco Friedrich is caught by Adam Ammour in the two-man bobsleigh, but saves his World Cup victory in the four-man bobsleigh. He was on the same time as the Latvian Emils Cipulis.
Laura Nolte wins World Cup in two-man bobsleigh in Altenberg
Beijing Olympic champion Laura Nolte wins the two-man bobsleigh World Cup in Altenberg despite three previous falls. Delighted about push athlete Deborah Levi's comeback.
Francesco Friedrich loses another two-man bobsleigh race on home track
Francesco Friedrich loses another two-man bobsleigh World Cup race on his home track and is beaten by European champion Adam Ammour.
Laura Nolte wins Monobob World Cup in Altenberg
Laura Nolte secures victory in the Monobob World Cup in Altenberg, ahead of Elana Meyers Taylor and Lisa Buckwitz. Maureen Zimmer in sixth place.
Bobsledder Sandro Michel operated on again
Bobsledder Sandro Michel had to undergo another operation. The Swiss Bobsleigh Federation has announced that he underwent surgery on Thursday at Dresden University Hospital.
Double success in the Skeleton World Cup: Hermann ahead of Kreher
As in the luge, the track in Altenberg deteriorated extremely in the second run. This tended to benefit the slower starters.
Serious crashes overshadow opening training for the Bobsleigh World Cup in Altenberg
The opening training for the Bobsleigh World Cup in Altenberg is overshadowed by two serious crashes.
Historic catch-up races: German lugers win the World Cup in Altenberg
German lugers claim historic victories at the World Cup in Altenberg. Max Langenhan and Julia Taubitz deliver impressive comebacks!
Dajana Eitberger and Saskia Schirmer return to the World Cup with third place
After the disappointing World Championships in Altenberg, the doubles duo Dajana Eitberger and Saskia Schirmer have bounced back with third place in the World Cup.
Langenhan sleds from 21st place to victory
This success is almost unbelievable. After a major mistake in the first run, luge world champion Langenhan races from far back to the front.
Doubles Wendl/Arlt flop at the World Cup in Altenberg
One week after the home World Championships, the doubles Wendel/Arlt gave away their World Cup victory despite leading the first run.
No World Championship medal for women's doubles
The German doubles lugers failed to find the medal track at the World Championships in Altenberg. The title went to two Austrians. There is criticism from the national coach.
Almost six million for the expansion of winter sports bases
Some sports facilities in Saxony are being further expanded and modernized. The Free State is paying almost six million euros for this.
World Cup dominator Max Langenhan wishes Felix Loch a World Championship medal
Luge World Cup dominator Max Langenhan hopes that both he and Felix Loch will win a medal at the Luge World Championships.
Maximilian Illmann wins at the Junior World Championships in St. Moritz
Maximilian Illmann from Oberbärenburg wins gold in the two-man and four-man bobsleigh at the Junior World Championships in St. Moritz.
Doll lacks cleverness in shooting duel with Norway
The German biathletes are doing well on the run, but are losing out to their Norwegian rivals at the shooting range. That should change in the relay.
Messed up prone shooting: Doll has no chance in pursuit
The Norwegians dominate the biathletes' pursuit race in Oberhof. The local heroes, on the other hand, have big problems at the shooting range.
Preuß sprints to second place - Braisaz-Bouchet wins
The German biathletes are still in good form. Franziska Preuß comes second for the third time this winter. It's close again.
Two sprints on Friday: biathletes get started in Oberhof
The Biathlon World Cup in Oberhof starts a day late on Friday. The schedule for the fourth event of the season was disrupted by heavy rain, gusts of wind and sub-zero temperatures. The men's sprint over ten kilometers starts on Friday at 11:20 am (ARD). The women's 7.5-kilometre race starts at 2.25 ..
Breathe a sigh of relief in Oberhof: Biathlon competitions start on Friday
Once again, the weather is not playing into the hands of the Oberhof biathlon organizers. The conditions are more than difficult. But the race can now start a day late.
Weather in Oberhof: Organizers "cautiously optimistic"
The festivities in Oberhof start one day later. The organizers of the Biathlon World Cup are worried about the weather. However, they are still fighting to be able to hold fair competitions.
Ski season begins - thaw soon in the mountains too
While there is already a thaw in the lower regions of Saxony, the alpine ski season has started on the Fichtelberg. But how long will the white splendor last on Saxony's highest peak?