German men’s relay

Russia’s Shipulin Prevails Again, Edges Germany for Relay Win; U.S. Ties Season Best

Harald ZimmerJanuary 25, 2016

A day after besting Germany's Simon Schempp on the last loop, Anton Shipulin of Russia did so again -- this time beating the German by a second for the men's relay victory. Schempp partially blamed a lapped skier. The U.S. men ended up sixth, tying their season best from a week earlier, while Canada placed 11th with strong shooting.

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Deutschland Does It Again, Racks Up Second-Straight Relay Gold at IBU World Champs

Alex KochonMarch 14, 2015

Simon Schempp and three teammates combined for Germany's second gold in the last two days of relays at 2015 IBU World Championships, topping Norway and France, respectively. The U.S. got off to a strong start with Lowell Bailey, but finished 14th with two penalties. The Canadians had two penalties as well and ended up 19th.