On the evening of Friday, January 17, 2025, the historic silver cup, contested by France’s premier tennis clubs since 1914, was prominently displayed in the wedding hall of Quimperlé’s town hall. A modest yet heartfelt ceremony brought together friends and supporters of the Tennis Club de Quimperlé (TCQ) to honor their second French championship victory, secured on November 30 in Colomiers, upper Brittany.
“Quimperlois Tennis Club Gains the Recognition It Deserves”
Basile Spanos, the club’s president, beamed with pride as he showcased the prestigious trophy.“Displaying it at the town hall is our way of expressing gratitude to the city for backing our club’s vision. This year has been extraordinary, especially as it coincides with TCQ’s 60th anniversary.” While the club’s first title in 2012 was celebrated in the modest kerbertrand hangars, the current state-of-the-art sports complex mirrors the TCQ’s remarkable growth. “Initially, larger clubs underestimated us, but today, the Quimperlois are rightfully acknowledged for their worth,” Spanos remarked, extending heartfelt thanks to the volunteers who propelled TCQ to the pinnacle of French tennis.
“A Legacy of Excellence and Unity”
Pascal Piriou,president of the Brittany League,lauded the club as a benchmark for excellence,proudly representing the smallest regional league within the French Tennis Federation. He highlighted the TCQ’s unique ability to “foster unparalleled team spirit in what is traditionally an individual sport.”
Mayor Mickaël Quernez reflected on the championship as the crowning achievement of a stellar sporting year, further highlighted by Nicolas Gestin’s Olympic triumph. “The vibrant association and sporting culture in Quimperlé remain one of our greatest assets. With 40 clubs and 5,200 members,we take immense pride in their accomplishments. The tennis team’s victory over Bordeaux’s favorites was a defining moment, marking the continuation of an exceptional journey.”
James Whitfield
James Whitfield is Archysport's racket sports and golf specialist, bringing a global perspective to tennis, badminton, and golf coverage. Based between London and Singapore, James has covered Grand Slam tournaments, BWF World Tour events, and major golf championships on five continents. His reporting combines on-the-ground access with deep knowledge of the technical and strategic elements that separate elite athletes from the rest of the field. James is fluent in English, French, and Mandarin, giving him unique access to athletes across the global tennis and badminton circuits.
