Macon’s Archery Team Finishes Eighth in National Division 1 Debut In a historic moment for French archery, the Compagnie des Archers Mâconnais women’s compound team made their debut in Division 1 of the national team competition, finishing eighth in the qualification round during the first leg held April 18-19, 2026, at their home complex in … Read more
The Mâcon Judo club successfully hosted its 13th annual Eugène Prost Open tournament over the weekend of April 19-20, 2026, at the Complexe Sportif des Saugeraies in Mâcon, France. The event, renamed in honor of a departed club member, brought together young judokas from across the country for competition in the Benjamin and Minim categories. … Read more
13th OPEN Eugène Prost: Mâcon Judo Hosts National Competition with 220 Athletes On April 22, 2026, the city of Mâcon in eastern France hosted the 13th edition of the OPEN Eugène Prost, a national judo competition organized by Mâcon Judo at the Saugeraies complex. The event brought together approximately 220 judokas competing in the benjamin … Read more
Archers from across the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region and surrounding departments converged on Parthenay for the second edition of a campaign shooting competition, organized by the Compagnie d’arc de la tour Saint-Jacques. The event took place on Sunday, April 19, drawing 95 participants who navigated 24 targets dispersed throughout the historic town and its outskirts. This marked … Read more
Victor Wembanyama Makes History as NBA’s First Unanimous Defensive Player of the Year Victor Wembanyama has made NBA history by becoming the first player ever to win the Defensive Player of the Year award unanimously. The San Antonio Spurs center received all 100 first-place votes from the panel of sports media members who vote on … Read more
Badminton: How a Group of Friends Reached National Level in France In the world of badminton, success often comes through structured academies, national team programs, or years of individual dedication. However, a different story is unfolding in Nantes, France, where a team of friends has defied expectations by climbing to the national competitive level through … Read more
24th National Badminton Tournament Returns to Quimperlé for Weekend of Elite Competition The traditional badminton tournament in Quimperlé, Brittany, returns this weekend for its 24th edition, serving as the sixth and final stage of the French Badminton Federation’s Elite Circuit. Taking place on April 18-19, 2026, the event features competition across all levels from Elite … Read more
The Saône-et-Loire departmental archery championship for adults took place recently, drawing competitors from across the region to test their skills in a disciplined sport where precision and focus reign supreme. Hosted under the auspices of the Comité départemental de tir à l’arc de Saône et Loire, the event served as both a local showcase and … Read more
Alliance Judo Erdre 44 Establishes Competitive Presence in French Combat Sports The regional combat sports landscape in France continues to see the rise of specialized hubs, and Alliance Judo Erdre 44 is carving out a significant reputation for itself. Operating across the Loire-Atlantique region, the club has transitioned from a local training center to a … Read more
Romane Dicko: The French Powerhouse Dominating the +78 kg Judo Circuit In the high-stakes world of elite judo, consistency is the rarest currency. For Romane Dicko, yet, dominance in the women’s +78 kg category has become the standard. The French judoka recently reaffirmed her status as a premier force in the sport, securing a first-place … Read more