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Lou Jeanmonnot claims bronze to complete medal set at Milano Cortina

Lou Jeanmonnot continues her outstanding performance at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics, adding a bronze medal to her growing collection.

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Lou Jeanmonnot continues her outstanding performance at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics, adding a bronze medal to her growing collection.

The French biathlete secured third place in her latest race, further cementing her status as one of the standout performers of these Winter Games. Jeanmonnot had already claimed gold in the mixed relay alongside her French teammates and silver in the individual event, making this bronze her third medal of the competition.

The 27-year-old from Haute-Savoie has been in exceptional form throughout the biathlon programme in Italy, consistently delivering strong shooting performances and powerful skiing. Her ability to maintain composure under Olympic pressure has been evident across all three disciplines she has competed in so far.

Three medals, three different colours

Jeanmonnot's medal haul now represents the complete set – gold, silver and bronze – a rare achievement that highlights her versatility and consistency at the highest level. The mixed relay gold was a team triumph that showcased France's depth in biathlon, while her individual silver demonstrated her capabilities in the longer format race.

This latest bronze adds another dimension to her Olympic campaign, proving she can compete effectively across multiple race formats and distances. Each medal has come in a different event, underlining her all-round abilities as a biathlete.

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More opportunities ahead

With three races still remaining on the biathlon schedule at Milano Cortina 2026, Jeanmonnot's medal collection could grow even further. The French team will be counting on her experience and current form as they pursue additional podium finishes in the remaining events.

France has traditionally been a powerhouse in biathlon, and Jeanmonnot's performances are continuing that legacy on the sport's biggest stage. Her success has energised the French team and given them momentum heading into the final stages of the competition.

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