The French team concluded the Milan Cortina Paralympic Games with a total of 12 medals, a disappointing outcome as they secured three fewer titles compared to the previous Games in Beijing. This performance raises concerns about their competitiveness ahead of the upcoming 2030 Olympics. While the team initially aimed for 18 medals and a spot in the Top 4, they found themselves in 6th place, which is indicative of a downward trend in their results.

On the final day of competition, the team had several athletes still competing in para alpine skiing and cross-country skiing. Anthony Chalençon distinguished himself by winning a bronze medal, accompanied by his guide Florian Michelon, but apart from their success, none of the other 10 French athletes managed to secure a podium finish, which further exemplifies their struggles during these Games.

As the closing ceremony approached, this performance not only shines a light on the current state of French para-athletics but also raises important questions about the strategies and support systems in place as they look ahead to the next Paralympics and the overarching goal of the 2030 Olympics. The underperformance may prompt a reassessment of training and funding priorities to improve future results.