French Biathlon Teams Shine in Kontiolahti with Victory and Podium Finish

The French men's team dominated the season's first relay, while the women's team secured second place despite a dramatic finish.

The French men's biathlon team won the first relay of the World Cup season in Kontiolahti, Finland, defeating Norway by 25 seconds.
The men's team, consisting of Fabien Claude, Quentin Fillon Maillet, Éric Perrot, and Émilien Jacquelin, excelled with near-perfect shooting accuracy (38/40).
Émilien Jacquelin came close to achieving a historic 40/40 shooting record but missed two targets on the final standing shoot.
The French women's team, led by Julia Simon in the final leg, finished second behind Sweden after Simon struggled with cramps and a penalty loop in the last lap.
Despite setbacks, both teams showcased strong performances, highlighting a promising start to the biathlon season for France.