7 men, 7 women
Perfect parity among French sailors for the next Olympic Games. After several years of preparation and sacrifice, these athletes pass a crucial milestone by being selected in their discipline. From July 26 to August 11, 2024, they will be keen to defend the colors of the French sailing team, led by Philippe Mourniac, who says:
" Since Tokyo, where we won 3 medals, we've made great strides in our selection. For these new Olympiads, we have great potential, and in each of the series "
Historic supports for the Olympic Games
The men's duo Erwan Fischer - Clément Péquin, recently crowned world champion, has been selected in the 49er class. For this double-handed dinghy, the women's crew will consist of Sarah Steyaert and Charline Picon, who switched disciplines after winning gold in 2016 and silver in 2021 in windsurfing.
In Nacra 17, the mixed crew of Tim Mourniac and Lou Berthomieu will defend the French colors on the hydrofoil catamaran.
In the now mixed 470 class, France will be represented by Camille Lecointre, Olympic bronze medallist in 2016 and 2021, and Jérémie Mion, world champion in 2018.
In ILCA, formerly Laser, Louise Cervera for the women and Jean-Baptise Bernaz for the men will defend the French team. For Jean-Baptiste, this will be his fifth appearance at the Olympics.
New disciplines
In kitefoil, which will make its first appearance at the Olympic Games, Lauriane Nolot, current European and world champion, is widely regarded as the favorite. On the men's side, Axel Mazella is also aiming for a place on the podium.
In the new IQFoil windsurfing class, Hélène Noesmoen and Nicolas Goyard, both world champions in 2021 and having benefited from intensive training in Brest, represent serious medal contenders.
A notoriously difficult stretch of water
By all accounts, nothing is certain on Marseille's stretch of water, which is proving extremely complex to tame. At the beginning of August, conditions can vary from mistral to calms. Surrounded by high relief and several islands, variations and devents are important and can create surprises.
