Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue Reach Semifinals After Upsetting Seeded Pair

French mixed doubles pair Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue advanced to yet another semifinal appearance after eliminating a seeded opponent in a strong international badminton tournament performance.

Defeating the Seeded Pair

Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue put together a disciplined tactical display to overcome higher-ranked opposition. According to tournament reports, the French duo managed the pace of the rallies effectively, neutralizing their opponents’ attacking strengths and capitalising on unforced errors during the crucial closing exchanges.

Building Momentum Toward the Finals

This latest victory adds to a consistent run of deep tournament appearances for Gicquel and Delrue. As established contenders on the international circuit, the pair continues to refine their court coverage and tactical execution, positioning themselves strongly against elite competition as the tournament progresses toward the medal rounds.

Next Steps in the Tournament

With the quarterfinal hurdle cleared, Gicquel and Delrue advance to the semifinal stage, where they will face their next scheduled opponents in the battle for a place in the final. Tournament organizers confirmed that official match schedules and court assignments will be released following the conclusion of the remaining matches.

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Mathias CHRISTIANSEN Alexandra BØJE vs Thom GICQUEL Delphine DELRUE | China Open 2026 Badminton

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