Archers barrabans competitor Hervé Chauvet claimed the silver medal in the senior 2 barebow division at the French 3D Archery Championship, held in Écouen on August 15 and 16, according to regional reporting. Chauvet navigated a competitive weekend of outdoor target rounds and intense bracket duels, adding a national silver medal to the bronze he previously captured at the French Nature Archery Championship.
Opening Rounds and Strong Seeding in Écouen
Representing the Archers barrabans, Chauvet established himself among the leaders early in the competition. On Saturday, August 15, he posted an opening score of 384 points to finish the initial phase in third place. He maintained that momentum into the elimination brackets, stepping up his precision during the round of sixteen by hitting 120 points across six targets, as detailed by local sports coverage.
Knockout Duels and High-Pressure Finishes
Chauvet secured a convincing 94-to-77 victory in the quarterfinals to advance deeper into the medal rounds. Following an extended waiting period before the final medal sessions, tension peaked across the field. Chauvet kept his focus through a tense qualification duel, edging out his opponent 67 to 66 to earn a spot in the gold-medal match.
In the final showdown, Chauvet faced an opponent with extensive international competition experience. After a hard-fought battle across the 3D targets, Chauvet ultimately fell short by just four points, losing the final 75 to 71. Despite the narrow defeat, the performance locked in the silver medal and capped another successful national campaign following his earlier podium finish in the French Nature discipline.
Next Steps for the Club
Following the conclusion of the national championship in Écouen, the Archers barrabans club prepares for local community engagement. The organization confirmed plans to participate in the upcoming Fête du sport et des associations, where local athletes and club representatives will showcase their disciplines to the public.
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