A French biathlete named Julie Simon, known for her prominence in the sport and for owning a sizable crystal ball, faces two credit card fraud cases. Reports indicate L. is connected to the case details.
The incident reportedly took place during the Blinkfestivalen ski skating festival in 2022. Allegations claim that Simon used a French teammate Justine Brezat-Bouchet’s credit card to cover online purchases totaling between €1,000 and €2,000.
When Brezat-Boucher sought support from the French Ski Federation during the winter, no formal action was taken by the federation. Brezat-Bouchet has since filed a formal complaint against Simon.
According to sources, this matter contributed to Simon’s absence from preparations for the upcoming season. Simon has publicly denied the accusations.
Historically, Simon achieved notable success, including two world titles in single mixed and pursuit events at a 2023 tournament, along with two bronze medals in these disciplines. She also earned a silver medal in the mixed relay at the 2022 Beijing Winter Games.
A former Norwegian skier has commented on cheating within the national team context, adding to the broader discussion around integrity in the sport. [Source attribution: Swiss Sport News, 2024]