France Shines at Biathlon World Championships with Record-Breaking Medal Haul

Océane Michelon claims silver in the women’s mass start as the French team secures podium finishes in every event at Lenzerheide.

Océane Michelon earned her first individual medal, taking silver in the women’s mass start, finishing just 9 seconds behind Sweden’s Elvira Oeberg, who claimed gold.
The French biathlon team has matched its all-time record of 13 medals at the World Championships, with six golds, two silvers, and five bronzes so far.
The women’s relay team, including Lou Jeanmonnot, Océane Michelon, Justine Braisaz-Bouchet, and Julia Simon, dominated their event to win gold, defending their title from last year.
France is the only nation to secure podium finishes in every event of the championships, showcasing exceptional consistency and depth in their roster.
The championships conclude today with the men’s mass start, where French athletes aim to surpass last year’s medal record.