Élodie Clouvel, born on January fourteenth, nineteen eighty-nine, is a distinguished French modern pentathlete known for her remarkable achievements in the sport. She made her Olympic debut at the 2012 Summer Olympics, where she finished in thirty-first place. This initial appearance set the stage for her subsequent success on the international stage.
Clouvel's career reached new heights at the 2016 Olympic Games, where she proudly secured a silver medal in modern pentathlon. Her prowess in the sport continued to shine as she also clinched a silver medal at the 2024 Olympic Games, further solidifying her status as one of the top athletes in her discipline.
In addition to her athletic accomplishments, Élodie serves as a second lieutenant in the National Gendarmerie, showcasing her dedication to both her sport and her country. Her family background is steeped in athletics; her father, Pascal Clouvel, was a middle and long-distance runner, while her mother, Annick Clouvel, also excelled in long-distance running.
Clouvel's versatility extends beyond the Olympics, as she participated in the 2019 Military World Games held in Wuhan, where she earned a gold medal in the women's modern pentathlon individual event. However, her return from the Games was marred by health concerns, as she and her partner, Valentin Belaud, reported experiencing unusual symptoms consistent with COVID-19, although no official testing was disclosed.