French biathlete **Oscar Lombardot** has chosen to compete in Arçon instead of Munich this weekend. After a training camp in Font-Romeu (Pyrénées-Orientales) with the French team, Lombardot will take part in the Summer Tour in Arçon (Doubs), rather than the Loop One Festival in Munich, Germany. Lombardot explained, "This is my choice. I am more interested in doing real race distances to test myself and get my last bearings. I prefer to do real biathlon." He emphasized his connection to his region and the Florence Baverel stadium in Arçon, where he has trained since childhood and where his club, ES Saugette, is based. Lombardot noted that competing at home offers a unique experience, with thousands of spectators who know him personally, which he believes makes a significant difference. He also mentioned that the German event is not well appreciated by the French team, partly due to its unpredictable nature and the risk of a long trip for only a few minutes of racing. This sentiment is shared by other French athletes, including **Justine Braisaz-Bouchet**, **Camille Bened**, **Jeanne Richard**, **Lou Jeanmonnot**, and **Quentin Fillon-Maillet**, who have also opted to compete in Arçon instead of Munich. The complete program for the biathlon Summer Tour in Arçon (Doubs) includes training sessions and races for various age groups and categories from Friday, October 16, to Sunday, October 18. The event will also mark the 20th anniversary of the Florence Baverel stadium in Arçon. Additionally, for the first time during the Summer Tour 2026, access to the stadium will be paid, indicating a shift toward a more formalized event structure.