Mari and Benjamin Eder Welcome Twins
Former Finnish biathlete Mari Eder (née Laukkanen) and her husband, retired Austrian biathlete Benjamin Eder, have become parents to twins. The couple, who met through the biathlon circuit, married in 2018 and have since made their home in Austria.
Mari Eder's Athletic Career
Mari Eder, who retired from professional competition in 2023, enjoyed a decorated career in winter sports. Her career highlight was winning two World Cup events in March 2017. She also secured a junior world champion title in cross-country skiing back in 2010. At the 2018 Olympic Games, she achieved a fifth-place finish in the cross-country skiing team sprint.
Eder's retirement was prompted by a heart condition. Despite this, her legacy in biathlon remains significant for fans of the sport. Now, with the birth of their twin daughters on February 25, 2026, Mari and Benjamin Eder are embarking on a new chapter as first-time parents. The couple's journey from competitors on the world stage to a family is a heartwarming story for the biathlon community.
The arrival of the twins is a major event not only for the family but also for sports enthusiasts who followed Mari Eder's career. She continues to be a prominent figure in biathlon, and this new life stage may offer another avenue to promote the sport. Given her past accomplishments, it is likely she will remain an active supporter of biathlon and athletic initiatives, even as her personal focus evolves.