LIVE - JO 2026: Desloges and the Blues dream of an exploit in cross-country skiing... before a rain of medals for the French team?
The French delegation hopes for more medals in various skiing events after a bronze medal win by Quentin Fillon Maillet, with current cross-country skiing competition heating up.
As the 2026 Winter Olympics approach, the French ski team is setting high hopes for medal success across multiple disciplines, including cross-country skiing, with several promising athletes in contention. Following a strong performance that led to a bronze medal for Quentin Fillon Maillet, the team's spirits are high, fueling optimism for further achievements in biathlon, ski-alpinism, and ski cross, among others. In the midst of a competitive cross-country skiing event, standout performances are emerging, particularly from the Norwegian athletes, who are demonstrating significant acceleration and setting a challenging pace in the race.
Currently, the cross-country skiing competition involves a grueling 50 km race where French skiers are strategically positioned among the leaders. The contributions of skiers like Victor Lovera and Hugo Lapalus are critical as they attempt to keep pace with the front runners, especially the highly skilled Norwegians, including Johannes Klaebo, who is notably leading the charge. As athletes push through the course, the potential for French skiers to medal seems promising, with the team eager to showcase their skills against a backdrop of increasing international competition.
The French delegation remains hopeful of securing a βrain of medals,β which would mark a triumphant return to the Olympic podium. With the cross-country event ongoing, fans and experts are watching closely to see if the Blue team can indeed capitalize on their talented roster and secure further victories, thus reinforcing France's competitiveness in winter sports on a global stage.