Montcellien archers claimed multiple podium finishes and a close team second place at an 18-meter competition in Paray-le-Monial, Charolais News reported.
The event, held on November 7 and 8, 2026, featured archers from the Montcellien club competing in various age and gender categories with the classic bow. The team’s standout performance came in the team event, where Sylvie Rave, Kevin Desvignes, and Christophe Royer narrowly missed the top spot, finishing second, Charolais News said.
Several Montcellien archers secured individual medals. In the under-15 girls’ division, Agathe Lamirault placed second. Thomas Mazille earned the silver medal in the under-15 boys’ category.
The under-18 girls’ classic bow division saw strong representation from Montcellien archers. Lily Chardeau finished second, while Elsa Mazille took third place. Zoé Hermann placed fourth in the same category, Charolais News reported.
In the senior men’s first division, Kevin Desvignes claimed the top spot. For the senior men’s second division, Christophe Royer won first place, with Fabien Bosset finishing second. Jean-Nicolas Pupin was fourth, Sylvain Thirot sixth, and Mathieu Mazille eighth.
The senior women’s divisions also yielded results. In the senior women’s second division, Sylvie Rave placed second, and Isabelle Buguet finished third. Pascale Chessa secured the first-place title in the senior women’s third division.
The collective effort of Sylvie Rave, Kevin Desvignes, and Christophe Royer earned the Montcellien team a second-place finish in the team competition, just shy of the top prize, according to the report.
The club’s participants were praised for their commitment, concentration, and notable performances throughout the competition.
The report concluded with thanks to the organizers and volunteers for successfully hosting the competition.
Earlier coverage: L'Arc Club Montceau Archers Secure Multiple Podiums in Paray-le-Monial
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