Éric Perrot and Émilien Jacquelin Secure Podium Finishes at Biathlon Pursuit in Grand-Bornand

French biathletes Perrot and Jacquelin thrilled home fans with second and third-place finishes, trailing Norway's Johannes Boe.

Éric Perrot achieved his second podium of the season with a flawless 20/20 shooting performance, finishing in second place behind Norway's Johannes Boe.
Émilien Jacquelin secured third place, marking his sixth podium finish of the World Cup season, despite two shooting errors during the race.
Both athletes praised the electric atmosphere at Grand-Bornand, where nearly 40,000 spectators were expected over the weekend.
Perrot, 23, described the race as one of the best of his career, highlighting the significance of performing in front of family and friends.
Quentin Fillon Maillet, another French competitor, faced disappointment, finishing 24th in the event.