Blainville, Quebec – The Chaudière-Appalaches delegation continued its strong performance at the 60th Finale of the Quebec Winter Games on Sunday, adding 16 medals to their tally. This brings the regional total to 26 medals since the competition began on February 27th and continues through March 7th in Blainville. The athletes are representing the Chaudière-Appalaches region across 14 different disciplines.
Gymnastics proved to be a particularly fruitful event for the region, with athletes from Lévis dominating the medal standings. Raphaël Fortin had a stellar day, securing gold in the all-around competition, as well as on the floor exercise, parallel bars, and horizontal bar. He added a silver medal on the rings and a bronze on the pommel horse to his collection. The Quebec Winter Games represent a significant opportunity for these young athletes to showcase their skills on a provincial stage.
The women’s gymnastics team also contributed to the medal haul. Naomie Laflamme earned a silver medal on the floor exercise and a bronze on the balance beam. Émilie Lafontaine claimed silver on the balance beam, while Maélie Hazen took the top spot on the podium, winning gold.
Beyond gymnastics, the Chaudière-Appalaches delegation saw success in several other sports. The badminton team secured a spot in the quarterfinals after defeating Lanaudière 7-0 and the Centre-du-Québec 4-3, despite a 7-0 loss to the Rive-Sud. This advancement demonstrates the growing strength of badminton within the region.
The women’s hockey team also advanced to the quarterfinals, defeating Capitale-Nationale 3-1. They will now face the Rive-Sud in their next match, continuing their pursuit of a medal. The team’s victory underscores the dedication and skill of the female hockey players from Chaudière-Appalaches.
Speed skating also yielded medals for the region. Charlyne Deblois of Lévis won a silver medal in the 1500m event for 14-year-olds, while Aby-Léonie Ward, also from Lévis, secured a bronze medal in the same event for 15-year-olds. These results highlight the emerging talent in speed skating within the Chaudière-Appalaches region.
In cross-country skiing, Laurence Blais and Pierre-Olivier Berger earned a silver medal in the mixed sprint relay. This performance demonstrates the region’s strength in endurance sports and the effectiveness of their relay team.
Other notable performances included Chase Carvalho (Notre-Dame-des-Pins) finishing 9th in judo (under 66kg), and Riad Salah (Lévis) placing 11th. In pre-novice figure skating, Delphine Bernier finished just off the podium in 4th place, followed by Jacob Lavoie in 7th and Ann-Frédérique Lemay in 13th. These results, while not medal-winning, demonstrate the depth of talent across various disciplines within the Chaudière-Appalaches delegation.
The competition continues in Blainville over the next several days, with numerous athletes from the region still having the opportunity to add to the Chaudière-Appalaches medal count. The 60th Finale of the Quebec Winter Games is providing a platform for these athletes to compete at a high level and represent their region with pride. The delegation currently boasts 4,157 athletes who have participated in the provincial finals since 2001, and a total of 737 medals won.
The Chaudière-Appalaches delegation is clearly making its mark at the 60th Finale of the Quebec Winter Games, showcasing the athletic talent and dedication of its young athletes. Fans can follow the progress of the team and find more information on the official Jeux du Québec website.
The next few days promise further excitement as athletes continue to compete for medals and recognition. The region’s performance so far suggests a strong finish to the games.
