Theesplanade des Invalides witnessed a historic moment in the early afternoon of Saturday August 3, 2024: Lisa Barbelin became France's first ever archery medalist! The athlete won the bronze medal after a short final against Korea's Hunyoung Jeon.
The crowd held its breath until the last arrow. The stakes were high: Lisa Barbelin won the first women's individual medal in archery. A bronze medal to add to the French team's prestigious record of achievements, making these Paris Olympic Games even more exceptional.
Lisa Barbelin put in a fine performance in the individual events held on the esplanade des Invalides in Paris. The athlete made no secret of her joy and emotion after successfully planting her last arrow in the center of the target, ensuring her victory in this final match. The weather and wind had a major influence on this event, and the Frenchwoman used these hazards to her advantage to outclass her opponent.
We're now at 38 French medals, halfway through the 2024 Summer Olympics. Let's hope the harvest doesn't stop there!
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Dates and Opening Time
On August 3, 2024
Location
Esplanade des Invalides
Esplanade Des Invalides
75007 Paris 7
Access
Metro Invalides, lines 8 and 13 and RER C Bus 63, 83, 87, 93
Paris Olympics: the medals won by France at these 2024 Olympics.
