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Lucas ChanavatFrench skier
Date of Birth: 17.12.1994
Country:  France |
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Biography of Lucas Chanavat
Lucas Chanavat is a French skier who has achieved notable success in the world of cross-country skiing. He made his debut in the World Cup on December 13, 2015, in Davos, Switzerland, participating in the sprint race. In his first race, Chanavat finished in an impressive 16th place for a rookie, solidifying his position in the French national team.
Career Highlights
During his debut season in the World Cup, Chanavat also participated in the 2016 Junior World Championships in Râșnov, Romania, where he won gold in the sprint race using the skating technique. His first significant success in the World Cup came during the Olympic track rehearsal in Pyeongchang, South Korea in February 2017. Alongside his teammate Baptiste Gros, they secured second place in the team sprint.
Chanavat also competed in the 2017 FIS Nordic World Ski Championships in Lahti, Finland, achieving a fourteenth place finish in the individual sprint and eleventh place in the team sprint. On December 30, 2017, at the Tour de Ski in Lenzerheide, Switzerland, Chanavat achieved his first podium finish by securing third place in the skate sprint event.
Olympic Participation
Chanavat's growing success led to his inclusion in the French national team for the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang. He specializes in sprint races using the skating technique, showcasing his expertise and skill in this particular discipline.
Overall, Lucas Chanavat has proven himself to be a talented and promising skier, with podium finishes in the World Cup and success at the Junior World Championships. With his dedication and passion for the sport, he continues to strive for further achievements in cross-country skiing.
