Emilien Jacquelin

Emilien Jacquelin established himself as a dominant force in biathlon, securing his first individual World Cup victory in the 2019–20 season at the Biathlon World Championships in Antholz, where he claimed gold in the 12.5 km Pursuit. This breakthrough performance, following his World Cup debut on November 30, 2017, underscored his rapid ascent in the sport, building upon a strong foundation laid by his bronze medal at the 2015 Junior World Championships. Jacquelin also made his Olympic Games debut in 2018, demonstrating his early presence on the global stage. Jacquelin quickly accumulated an impressive collection of World Championship medals, notably defending his individual 12.5 km Pursuit title in 2021.

Demonstrating sustained excellence, he achieved a consistent 5th place overall ranking in the highly competitive Biathlon World Cup during both the 2019-20 and 2021-22 seasons. His individual successes on the World Cup circuit also include a significant Mass Start victory in 2021, further solidifying his elite status. Jacquelin’s commitment to team success continued into recent years, as evidenced by his integral role in the French national relay team that clinched the 4 x 7.5 km Relay World Championship gold in 2023. Throughout his career, he has been a consistent and indispensable member of the French national relay squads, contributing to numerous World Cup and World Championship titles.

His journey reflects a steady progression from a promising junior athlete to a multi-medaled world-class competitor, making him a highly sought-after talent in international biathlon.