Alexander Wolf
German biathlete
Alexander Wolf (born 21 December 1978) is a former German biathlete. At the 2008 World Championships in Östersund, he won bronze medals in the 12.5 km pursuit and the 4 × 7.5 km relay.
Biathlon results
All results are sourced from the International Biathlon Union.
Olympic Games
*Mass start was added as an event in 2006.
World Championships
2 medals (2 bronze)
*During Olympic seasons competitions are only held for those events not included in the Olympic program.
**The mixed relay was added as an event in 2005.
Individual victories
3 victories (3 Sp)
*Results are from UIPMB and IBU races which include the Biathlon World Cup, Biathlon World Championships and the Winter Olympic Games.
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