Biathlon skier Campbell Wright (Hāwea Flat) delivered one of the best performances of his career in his Olympic debut in the Men’s 20km Individual race yesterday (February 8).

At just 19 years old, Campbell was the youngest competitor in the field and proved he’s right up there with the world’s best.

He finished in 32nd place out of 92 competitors, just +4:12.4s behind the winner. He shot impressively on the range, hitting 18/20 targets.

“That was the second best score I’ve shot in an individual,” Campbell said.

“Today was a good day.

"I feel really good, I'm really happy with that performance and can't wait for more Olympic racing."

His coach Luca Bormolini mirrored the sentiment, saying this is one of the best races Campbell has delivered, both in speed and shooting accuracy.

Campbell is competing a further two times during the Winter Olympic Games, in the Men’s 10km Sprint on February 12 and the Men’s 12.5km Pursuit on February 13.

Find the schedule for the New Zealand athletes here.

PHOTO: The New Zealand Team