France Secures Gold in Mixed Relay at Biathlon World Championships

The French team dominated the opening event in Lenzerheide, defending their title with a renewed lineup.

France's mixed relay team, featuring Julia Simon, Lou Jeanmonnot, Eric Perrot, and Emilien Jacquelin, claimed gold at the 2025 Biathlon World Championships in Lenzerheide, Switzerland.
The team successfully defended their title from 2024, showcasing strength despite a lineup change, with Jeanmonnot and Jacquelin replacing Justine Braisaz-Bouchet and Quentin Fillon Maillet.
Julia Simon overcame an early fall to help secure a commanding lead, which was maintained and extended by her teammates throughout the race.
The Czech Republic and Germany completed the podium, while strong competitors like Norway and Sweden faced setbacks.
The championships, running from February 12 to 23, will feature multiple individual and team events, with France aiming for more medals following their strong start.