Anthony Chalençon
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| Nationality | French |
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13 August 1990 Évian-les-Bains, France |
| Residence | Morzine, France |
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| Country |
 France
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| Sport | Paralympic alpine skiing, Paralympic Nordic skiing (Paralympic cross-country skiing and Paralympic biathlon) |
| Disability class | B1 |
| Partner | Simon Valverde (guide) |
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Medal record
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Anthony Chalençon (born 13 August 1990) is a French male visually impaired cross-country skier and biathlete who also formerly competed as a alpine skier. He switched from alpine skiing to take up Paralympic Nordic skiing after a disastrous start to his Paralympic career as an alpine skier in 2010. Anthony Chalençon clinched his first Paralympic medal after clinching a bronze medal in the 15km visually impaired biathlon event during the 2018 Winter Paralympics.
Anthony Chalençon made his Winter Paralympics debut for France at the 2010 Winter Paralympics as an alpine skier and took part in alpine skiing events. He had a disappointing debut 2010 Winter Paralympics event as he was disqualified in men's slalom event and men's giant slalom event categories.
He decided to change the sport and took up Para Nordic skiing in late 2011 and competed for France at the 2018 Winter Paralympics. He claimed his maiden Paralympic medal at the Pyeongchang Winter Paralympic Games, which was a bronze in the biathlon event.
He claimed his first Paralympic gold medal during the 2018 Winter Paralympics after winning the men's 4 x 2.5km relay open team event for France along with other members including Benjamin Daviet and Thomas Clarion.
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