France at the Winter Paralympics: Schedule and Medal Chances for Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Milan-Cortina, Italy – The French team has a busy day ahead at the Winter Paralympics on Tuesday, March 10th, with eleven athletes competing across alpine skiing and Nordic skiing events. Currently eighth in the medal table, Les Bleus have several opportunities to climb the standings, particularly in the alpine Super-Combined.
Alpine Skiing: Super-Combined Focus
The alpine skiing action gets underway at 9:00 AM local time (UTC+1) with the Super-G portion of the Super-Combined event. Athletes will then return at 1:00 PM for the slalom run. The final standings will be determined by the combined time from both races. This format demands both speed and technical precision, creating a compelling test for the athletes.
Arthur Bauchet Seeks Redemption
All eyes will be on Arthur Bauchet as he competes in the Super-Combined. The triple Paralympic champion is looking to rebound after a disappointing Super-G race on Monday, where a fall dashed his medal hopes. Bauchet will be defending his title from the previous Paralympic Games in this event, adding extra pressure to perform.
Strong Contingent in Standing Category
Three French athletes will compete in the standing category: Jordan Broisin and Oscar Burnham, both slalom specialists, and Jules Segers, who already secured a bronze medal in Monday’s Super-G. Segers’ early success provides a boost of confidence for the French team as they navigate the challenges of the Super-Combined.
Aurelie Richard Aims for First Gold
Aurelie Richard, the youngest member of the French delegation at 20 years old, is the sole French competitor in the women’s alpine skiing Super-Combined. Having already claimed two silver medals at these Games – in the Downhill and Super-G – Richard is now targeting her first Paralympic gold. Her consistent performance throughout the competition makes her a strong contender.
Hopefuls in the Sitting Category
Lou Braz-Dagand and Victor Pierrel will compete in the sitting category, aiming to create their mark and secure their first Paralympic medals. Both athletes will be looking to deliver strong performances in both the Super-G and slalom runs.
Deleplace in Visually Impaired Category
Hyacinthe Deleplace will be the lone French athlete competing in the visually impaired category. After finishing fifth in Monday’s Super-G, Deleplace is determined to reach the podium in the Super-Combined.
Nordic Skiing: Sprint Races Initiate
Tuesday likewise marks the start of the Nordic skiing competition, with sprint races scheduled throughout the day. The sprint format consists of a qualification round followed by semi-finals and a final, where athletes compete head-to-head.
Daviet and Tabouret in Standing Sprint
Benjamin Daviet and Karl Tabouret will represent France in the standing sprint. Daviet will be aiming to defend his gold medal from the 2022 Beijing Paralympics, while Tabouret will be looking to add a first Paralympic medal to his resume. Qualification begins at 10:25 AM local time, with a potential final at 1:38 PM (UTC+1).
Chalençon Eyes a Breakthrough in Visually Impaired Sprint
Anthony Chalençon, guided by Florian Michelon, will compete in the visually impaired sprint. Chalençon will be motivated to improve upon his fourth-place finish from the previous Paralympic Games. Qualifications are set to begin at 11:05 AM local time, with the final scheduled for 2:01 PM (UTC+1).
The French team faces a demanding schedule on Tuesday, but with a strong lineup of athletes and several medal contenders, they have the potential to significantly improve their position in the medal table. Fans can follow all the action live on france.tv, which is broadcasting the Games in their entirety.
Next Up: The alpine skiing schedule continues on Wednesday, March 11th, with the Giant Slalom events for both men, and women.
