France Secures Another Gold in Biathlon Mixed Relay at World Championships
Quentin Fillon Maillet and Julia Simon lead France to victory, solidifying the team's dominance in Lenzerheide with a record medal count in sight.
- The French biathlon team won gold in the mixed relay event, defeating Norway and Germany by narrow margins of 5 and 8 seconds respectively.
- Quentin Fillon Maillet's flawless final standing shoot and strong skiing secured the win after Julia Simon's excellent opening leg.
- This marks France's 10th medal in Lenzerheide, including five golds, with four races remaining in the competition.
- Eric Perrot, 23, also claimed his first individual world title earlier this week, contributing to France's medal tally alongside Quentin Fillon Maillet's bronze in the same event.
- The French team is on track to surpass their 2024 record of 13 medals, showcasing dominance over traditional rivals Norway and Germany.