French Archery Shines at Slovenian Championships
French archers dominated the recent World Archery Championships on 3D target in Slovenia, claiming three medals. Their performance was a testament to dedication and skill,showcasing the nation’s prowess in this challenging discipline.
Mixed Doubles Triumph
Alicia Baumert and David Jackson formed a formidable team, securing gold in the mixed doubles final. Facing stiff competition from Spain, they started strong, posting 43 points to the Spaniards’ 41. though Spain briefly took the lead in the second flight, Baumert and Jackson relentlessly fought back, culminating in a breathtaking final volley. Their victory was decisive, 146 points to 142.
Elodie Baret and Joan Pauner, coached by Jean Drujon, earned bronze in the same event, showcasing their impressive teamwork and precision. Their match against Austria promised an intense battle, but the French pair ultimately delivered a strong performance.
Silver in Pulleys
Joan Pauner’s individual performance in the pulleys category was nothing short of breathtaking. Facing Slovenian Mikael Anderle,Pauner displayed extraordinary skill and composure. While narrowly missing victory, he earned a well-deserved silver medal. This achievement, coupled with his bronze in mixed doubles, highlights his consistent excellence.
3D Archery: A Dynamic Discipline
3D archery, a thrilling and engaging sport, involves navigating a challenging course of 24 life-sized polyurethane animal targets. Archers can score 5,8,10,or 11 points depending on the target area hit. The distances vary from 5 to 30 meters, with 45 meters available for free shots, depending on the category.
- Archers shoot two arrows at each target.
- Categories include bare bow, hunting bow, recurve bow, barebow pulleys, and free shooting.
- Individual and team classifications are awarded,with teams comprising three archers from the same club.
The French archery federation emphasizes the sport’s fun and competitive nature, highlighting that the targets are foam or paper representations of animals, not real hunting targets.
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