Only seven nations in total took home medals, Germany winning the most (5 gold, 4 silver, 2 bronze).

Six biathletes won 3 medals each: Albina Akhatova, Kati Wilhelm, Martina Glagow, Michael Greis, Ole Einar Bjørndalen, and Sven Fischer.

The countries seeded 21st to 28th (27th for women) may send a maximum of one biathlete.

Olga Pyleva of Russia originally placed second in the women's individual race, but was found to be in violation of anti-doping rules when she tested positive for carphedon, and she was then disqualified.

[5] Thirty-seven nations qualified biathletes to compete in the events.