LIVE - 2026 Olympics: Clément Noël faces the challenge of his life, France can break its medal record... Excitement guaranteed for a great Olympic Monday
Clément Noël is set to compete in the slalom event of the 2026 Olympics, as the French team aims to beat its historical medal record with already 15 medals secured.
As the 2026 Olympics take center stage, the French alpine ski team has already secured an impressive 15 medals. This Monday, all eyes are on Clément Noël, who is poised to compete in the highly anticipated slalom event. France aims to surpass its historical record of medals, creating high expectations and excitement surrounding its performance in this final day of alpine skiing at the Games.
The slalom competition is about to begin, with Norwegian skier Atle Lie McGrath leading off the final men's alpine race in Milan-Cortina. Jean-Julien Ezvan, reporting from Bormio, mentions challenging conditions on the Stelvio slope, where heavy snowfall and thick fog are expected to add difficulty to the racers' experience today. The first run of the slalom is scheduled for 10 AM, with the second run following at 1:30 PM, and a total of 96 competitors are set to vie for top positions.
Among the favorites are French skiers, including Paco Rassat, who will be starting with the earlier bibs. All these elements contribute to a thrilling atmosphere as participants aim not only for medals but to make a mark in Olympic history. The French team, buoyed by its early successes, is determined to end the Olympics on a high note, potentially reshaping its historical medal legacy.