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Julia Simon delivers a stunning performance in the women's 4x6-kilometer biathlon relay, securing gold for France at the Milan Cortina Olympics. Simon hits all five targets in rapid succession during her final leg, propelling France to victory—its first gold in this event in 34 years. The team finishes with a time of 1 hour, 10 minutes, 22 seconds. Defending champions Sweden take silver, finishing 51.3 seconds behind, while Norway claims bronze, 1:07 off the pace. France’s journey starts with Camillie Bened, who faces a penalty loop, dropping them to 16th. Lou Jeanmonnot and Oceane Michelon rally the team back into contention. In the final shooting, Sweden's Hannah Oeberg struggles with a spare shot while Norway's Maren Kirkeeide falters with two, sealing their fate. Germany finishes fourth, 1:29 behind.
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