2024-09-06 19:47:46
The French Paralympic delegation did better than its Olympic cousin by winning its 65th medal on Friday at the Paris Games, which end on Sunday, after a day marked by three new podiums for French para-cycling.
Published on: 06/09/2024 – 21:47Modified on: 06/09/2024 – 21:49
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On this ninth day of the Paralympic Games in Paris, the French medal haul continued on Friday, September 6. The Blues did better than their Olympic cousin by winning a 65e medal.
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Sad money for the bike
The French para cyclists, accustomed to podiums and the first step, won two new silver medals during the road races on the Clichy-sous-Bois circuit on Friday morning.
At 19, Heidi Gaugain, born without a left forearm, once again had to settle for second place in C4-5 after the one taken on the track of the velodrome of Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines behind her compatriot Marie Patouillet. And above all, she once again suffered the law on the road of the legend Sarah Storey and her 19 Paralympic titles, after having already been narrowly beaten by the British in the time trial.
For her last pedal strokes at 36 years old, Marie Patouillet took fifth place, after winning the title in the pursuit.
Disappointment was also present for Kévin Le Cunff in C4-5 too. The Parisian, crowned champion in Tokyo in the road race, had won gold in the time trial on Wednesday. This time, he lost in the sprint to the Ukrainian Yegor Dementyev. His 21-year-old teammate, Gatien Le Rousseau, who won silver in the time trial, finished fourth.
In tandem, where the rider at the back is visually impaired, Alexandre Lloveras and his pilot Yoann Paillot won bronze. Elie de Carvalho, accompanied by Mickaël Guichard, very solid throughout the race, had a mechanical problem a few kilometers from the finish and his hopes of winning the title went up in smoke.
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Émeline Pierre returns to the podium in para swimming
Five days after her victory in the 100-metre freestyle, French para-swimmer Émeline Pierre won the bronze medal in the 100-metre backstroke S10, in the pool at the Paris Paralympic Games at La Défense Arena.
A former gymnast, she fell from a beam, causing a dislocation of her right elbow which has never regained all its motor function. She competes in the S10 category. Anaëlle Roulet, the other Frenchwoman in the final, took seventh place.
The native of Pau thus offered a 65e medal to the French delegation, which thus exceeds the total achieved by the French delegation during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
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Doubles come close in wheelchair tennis
On the Suzanne Lenglen court at Roland-Garros, the French pair Stéphane Houdet-Frédéric Cattanéo thought they were going to win bronze against the Spaniards Daniel Caverzaschi and Martin de la Puente in wheelchair tennis. But after winning the first set, the two Frenchmen gave in at crucial moments and ended up losing in the super-tie break.
French wheelchair tennis leaves Porte d’Auteuil without a single medal.
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Judo and fencing without success
Under the majestic nave of the Grand Palais, it was a gloomy day for the French wheelchair fencing team. Yohan Peter, who won bronze on Thursday in the team foil event, lost his first competition in the individual épée. Like him, the French competitors were all eliminated quickly, despite a good start to the day by épée fencer Brianna Vidé. She finally left the tournament during the repechage rounds, signaling the end of French hopes on Friday.
At the Arena du Champ de Mars, Nathan Petit’s quest for gold in para judo ended in the quarterfinals in the -70 kg J2 (visually impaired). He made it through two rounds of repechage, but lost again in the bronze medal match.
In the lower category of -60 kg J2, Armindo Rodrigues also lost at the gates of the last four.
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Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: France Shines with 65 Medals
The 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris have been a resounding success for the French delegation, with the team winning an impressive 65 medals as of Friday, September 6. This milestone has surpassed their Olympic cousin’s performance, cementing France’s position as a powerhouse in para sports.
Para-Cycling Dominance
French para-cyclists have been a driving force behind the country’s medal haul, with two new silver medals won during the road races on the Clichy-sous-Bois circuit on Friday morning. Heidi Gaugain, 19, who was born without a left forearm, took second place in C4-5, behind her compatriot Marie Patouillet and the legendary British cyclist Sarah Storey, who has won 19 Paralympic titles [[2]].
Marie Patouillet, 36, took fifth place in her final competition, following her victory in the pursuit event. The French para-cyclists have been consistently performing at a high level, with the team winning one-third of France’s total medals, a staggering 25 medals [[2]].
The Spirit of the Games
The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games have been more than just a competition – they have been a celebration of the human spirit, diversity, and inclusion. The Games have brought together approximately 4,400 athletes from around the world, showcasing their talent, dedication, and perseverance [[3]].
The event’s motto, “Ouvrons grand les jeux” (Open wide the games), has resonated with the French public, who have turned out in large numbers to support the athletes and experience the excitement of the Paralympics [[1]].
A Lasting Legacy
The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games will leave a lasting legacy, not only for the athletes who have participated but also for the city of Paris and the entire country of France. The event has highlighted the importance of accessibility, inclusion, and equality, inspiring a new generation of athletes and fans alike.
As the Games come to a close on Sunday, the French delegation can take pride in their outstanding performance, and the world can celebrate the spirit of the Paralympics, which has brought people together in a shared passion for sport and human achievement.
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