Departmental Field Archery Titles Decided in Tourtenay The natural terrain of Tourtenay provided a grueling test of precision and nerve this past weekend as the departmental field archery championship unfolded. On Sunday, April 5, 2026, 81 licensed archers from the Deux-Sèvres region and neighboring departments converged to compete for top honors in a discipline that … Read more
Thom Gicquel: The Driving Force Behind France’s Mixed Doubles Ascent In the high-velocity world of international badminton, few partnerships have mirrored the steady, clinical rise of Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue. As of April 2026, Gicquel remains a cornerstone of French badminton, maintaining a formidable presence in the BWF world rankings and cementing his status … Read more
Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso – Rachidatou Bilgo and Fatao Tapsoba emerged as the champions of the 6th edition of the Sino-Burkinabè Friendship Badminton Cup, concluding on Sunday, March 29, 2026, in a vibrant atmosphere at Ouagadougou. The tournament showcased intense exchanges and a high level of technical skill, drawing competitors from both Burkina Faso and neighboring … Read more
Falaise, France – The Entente Sportive Falaisienne (ESF) badminton club has appointed Aurélien Maurin as its new president, following the death of longtime leader Gisèle Maurin in January. The election took place Tuesday evening at the Guillaume gymnasium, marking a poignant moment for the club as members honored Maurin’s legacy. Gisèle Maurin, 59, passed away … Read more
Falaise, Normandy – The Entente Sportive Falaisienne (ESF) badminton club has appointed Aurélien Maurin as its new president, following the death of longtime leader Gisèle Maurin in January. The election took place Tuesday evening at the Guillaume gymnasium, marking a poignant moment for the club as members honored Maurin’s legacy. Gisèle Maurin, 59, passed away … Read more
The Flume Ille Badminton (FIB) team is poised for a crucial showdown with Racing Club de France as they aim to secure their position within the top four of the French Top 12 badminton league. With only one match remaining after today’s contest in Paris, the team is focused on maintaining their current standing and … Read more
La Chapelle-sur-Erdre will host a crucial match this Saturday, March 28, 2026, as the Flume Ille Badminton reserve team faces off in the 9th round of N3 competition. But the story of the club extends beyond this weekend’s contest, embodying a spirit of dedication and self-reliance exemplified by player Grégoire Bodin. Bodin’s path to competitive … Read more
Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande, France – The Badminton Mulsanne-Arnage team is preparing for a challenging match this Saturday, March 28th, against the undefeated league leaders, Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande, in a crucial National 3 (N3) badminton contest. While acknowledging their opponent’s strength, Mulsanne-Arnage is approaching the game without undue pressure, hoping to secure a defensive bonus point. The match represents a … Read more
Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande, France – Mulsanne-Arnage Badminton (BAM) faces a challenging road match this Saturday against the top team in their pool, Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande. The N3 badminton encounter is set for 13:30 local time, and while BAM enters the contest without pressure, they acknowledge the significant challenge ahead. “They are by far the favorites, even though we managed … Read more
ORLÉANS, France – Alex Lanier reaffirmed his status as a rising star in badminton, successfully defending his title at the 2026 Orléans Masters on Sunday. The 21-year-old Frenchman defeated compatriot Toma Junior Popov in straight sets, 21-11, 21-13, to claim the Super 300 tournament crown. Lanier’s victory comes after a disappointing early exit at the … Read more