LFrench paracycling is in great shape. This Wednesday, September 4, the French won eleven medals, including four titles, in the various time trials. The raid continues on Thursday in the road races, notably with the coronation of Florian Jouanny in the H2 category. This category includes cyclists who use a handbike, i.e. a bike that moves forward using the strength of the arms.
The 32-year-old Frenchman won ahead of Spaniard Sergio Garrote after a thrilling duel. With about five kilometers to go, Florian Jouanny accelerated and took sole control of the race to win the 16e French gold medal. A solo victory that he was able to celebrate a few meters from the finish.
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Already crowned in Tokyo
Already in 2021 in Tokyo, the native of Échirolles had won the title in this road race. The event took place in conditions made difficult by pouring rain. As a result, the start was postponed by about an hour due to the weather. This is the second medal for Florian Jouanny in these Paralympic Games, the day after the bronze in the time trial. A little earlier in the morning, his partner Anaïs Vincent t […] Read more
