Anton Smolski

Anton Smolski, born on December 16, 1996, in Piasočnaje, Kapyl District, Belarus, has established himself as a prominent biathlete. His career progression includes notable participation in major international competitions, including multiple World Championships and two Winter Olympic Games. Smolski consistently performs across various biathlon disciplines, showcasing his skills in skiing and shooting.

Smolski made his Olympic debut at the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, where he competed in the Sprint, Pursuit, and Men’s Relay events. Building on this experience, he achieved a significant career milestone at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, where he secured a silver medal in the 20 km Individual event. This achievement marked his first Olympic medal and brought Belarus a medal in biathlon. His performance in Beijing also included top-10 finishes in the Sprint and top-20 finishes in the Pursuit and Mass Start. He has also participated in numerous World Cup events, accumulating over 100 World Cup appearances, demonstrating his sustained presence and dedication to the sport.

Throughout his career, Smolski has shown strong performance trends in shooting accuracy, with an 83% success rate in prone shooting and 86% in standing shooting during the 2021/2022 season. He also demonstrated competitive skiing times. His early career included winning a bronze medal at the 2017 Junior World Championships in Osrblie in the 12.5 km Pursuit. His continuous participation and achievements in high-level competitions underline his commitment and capabilities in biathlon.