The 40th Biathlon World Championships were held in 2005 for the third time in

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from 4 to 13 March. Approximately 80,000 spectators went to see the competitions. The mixed relay, contested for the first time in the World Championships, was held in

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Schedule

Medal winners

Men

Women

Mixed

Medal summary

References

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2005 in Austria International sports competitions hosted by Austria Tyrol (state)