France disqualified in biathlon relay after Jacquelin's shooting error
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20 claimsÉmilien Jacquelin shot one extra shot in the biathlon single mixed relay.
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Émilien Jacquelin shot four extra shots in his second standing shooting.
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Sweden finished in second place in the single mixed relay.
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Open Questions
5 questionsWhy exactly Émilien Jacquelin was not aware he took an extra shot.
The official reason or rule citation for the disqualification of the French team.
Whether there will be any further consequences or appeals regarding the disqualifications.
How the mistake with the extra shots occurred technically (e.g., rifle setup or counting error).
The impact of these disqualifications on the athletes' future performances or team standings.
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