End of course for Alex Lanier. Opposed to the Thai Kunlavut Vitidsarn, world No. 2, the Calvadosian (16e) lost in the quarter-finals of the Malaysia Open, a Super 1,000 category tournament (Grand Slam equivalent in tennis), this Friday, January 9 (15-21, 21-10, 21-13). The Thai ultimately too strong Facing the reigning world and Olympic vice-champion, … Read more
Article premium, Reserved for subscribers Falling against Grenoble (3-6) in the semi-final of the French Ice Hockey Cup, the Caen Drakkars saw their very good run and their magnificent series (twelve consecutive victories) come to an end. On their ice, they showed a beautiful face in the second part of the evening. The reactions of … Read more
For the second year in a row, Alex Lanier received an invitation from badminton legend Lin Dan for the King Cup. During this stay in Shenzhen (China), to compete in the competition organized by the double Olympic champion in a separate format which is not part of the international circuit, the eighth player in the … Read more
Beaten in the semi-final by world No. 1, Shi Yu Qi, Alex Lanier won the small final of badminton legend Lin Dan’s King Cup this Sunday, December 28. A new notable performance for the Calvadosian, for whom the start of the 2026 season promises to be plentiful. This Sunday, December 28, Alex Lanier won the … Read more
After its youth competition the day before, US Changé organized its selective Target competition on Sunday December 14 for the French indoor championships, with a revised format compared to last year. The competition took place over a distance of 18 meters, with two series of ten ends of three arrows spread over two starts. If … Read more
Past 16e world place at 5e in just one year, after an exceptional 2025 season marked by a European vice-championship title, a first victory in Super 1000 and one bonze medal at the Paris World Championshipsthe French Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue are competing, for the second time in their career (semi-final in 2020), in … Read more
When asked when his last match in Calvados was, Alex Lanier no longer remembers. But the 2025 European champion, 7e world player, will soon play again at home, since he will defend his title at the French championships in Caen, from February 6 to 8, 2026. During a press conference organized this Wednesday, December 10, … Read more
In 2026, the French badminton championships will take place at the Palais des sports Caen-la-Mer, from February 6 to 8. And it is now possible, since Wednesday, December 10, 2025, to purchase a single ticket to attend the event. The 2 and 3 day packs remain available There are still tickets available for the five … Read more
Badminton Blues: Injury Halts Momentum in Crucial Mixed Doubles Clash Table of Contents Badminton Blues: Injury Halts Momentum in Crucial Mixed Doubles Clash Saint-Maur Dominates Caen in Badminton Showdown: A Masterclass in Doubles Play Beyond the Scoreboard: Unpacking the Nuances of Modern Sports Competition Saint-Maur vs. Caen: A Badminton Matchup Analyzed SEO-Amiable FAQ Section Caen,France … Read more
Caen’s badminton Battle: incomplete Squad and Injury Woes Lead to tough Loss Caen, France – The Caen badminton team faced a daunting challenge on home turf, ultimately succumbing to a formidable Saint-Maur squad with a decisive 0-8 defeat. Captain Camille Gaugain, while acknowledging the strength of their opponents, pointed to a depleted roster and an … Read more