Olympic Winter Games 2026 live: Latest News - Jürgen Klopp cheers on Germany's biathlon team at Winter Olympics debut
Jürgen Klopp has made his first official appearance at the Winter Olympics, attending the biathlon event in Antholz, Italy. The former Liverpool manager joined the German team as a guest, bringing his enthusiasm to the competition after years of invitations from Norwegian legend Ole Einar Bjørndalen.
Klopp's connection to the Winter Olympics began in 2020 when he first visited Antholz as a guest, supporting the German biathletes. This year marks his first official participation, accompanied by Bjørndalen, who had invited him for the past three years.
During the relay race, Klopp took an active role by ringing the motivational bell before the final lap. His presence added energy to the event, though the German team ultimately finished fourth, narrowly missing a medal.
The visit highlights Klopp's growing interest in winter sports, particularly biathlon. His involvement, alongside Bjørndalen, brought extra attention to the event, even as the German team fell short of the podium. This may not be his last appearance at the Winter Games.
