RIP. Laura Dahlmeier dies during mountain ascent

The 31-year-old legendary biathlete has tragically passed away.

Details: According to SkySport, today it was reported that legendary German biathlete Laura Dahlmeier has died after being caught in a rockfall while climbing Laila Peak in Pakistan.

The search operation lasted two days, but today, sources close to Laura's family confirmed her death.

Laura Dahlmeier was a two-time Olympic champion and a seven-time world champion in biathlon. At the 2017 World Championships in Hochfilzen, she set a record by winning five gold medals. At the 2018 PyeongChang Olympics, she claimed two gold medals in the sprint and pursuit events, as well as a bronze in the individual race. In 2013, she was named Germany's best young athlete, and in 2017, she was recognized as the country's top athlete among adults.

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