From 8 to 18 September France’s women train in Corrençon-en-Vercors, then the La Féclaz Summer Tour. The World Cup opens on 24 November in Kontiolahti.
Aug 19 Bessans Contest: Julia Simon won the shooting block, beat Jeanmonnot and Bened, then Jacob in the super final. Men: Jacob won; Perrot out in the quarters; Fillon-Maillet did not start.
The French federation opened tickets for Grand Prix de France, Oct. 23–25 at Angers IceParc, the 2026/27 series opener. François Pitot was added as a men’s host pick on Aug. 4.
France’s men are in Bessans through Aug. 21. The women arrive Aug. 17–26. The Biathlon Contest on Aug. 19 is the first public home start after Blink.
France’s men’s biathlon team begins work in Bessans from Aug 10. After Blink in Sandnes, the official altitude block starts — aimed at the Aug 19 Biathlon Contest.
Luka Yamal has confirmed his status as the best player of WC 2026 with outstanding playoff numbers.