French Athletes

Pedaling Through Controversy: The Jean-Michel Monin Story

Jean-Michel Monin, a cycling legend of the 1990s, drove his way into history with gold medals and French pride, embodying grit and triumph in an age when values counted more than social media fame. His story is one of relentless pursuit and the embodiment of true sportsmanship.

François Braud: The Man Who Skied and Soared to Glory

François Braud, born on July 27, 1986, in Pontarlier, France, busted the usual mold to become a Nordic combined skiing legend. From shiny medals at the Winter Olympics to his indelible legacy, Braud's story is the stuff of winter sports legend.