There was something cathartic about this winter land preparation. Forced, all year round, to juggle injuries and other setbacks, Ugo Humbert took refuge in work this winter. A constant with him, it’s true; pushed to its limits in recent weeks, that’s also true. “I’ve never had so much time to train,” he admits. “I almost had two months to strengthen myself and that’s really great. I needed it. »
Undermined by back problems at the end of the season, forced to put the blinker on before the others and watch the last Moselle Open…
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.
