What a week it has been! This saturday,January 18,Thom Gicquel from Bretille and his mixed doubles partner Delphine Delrue faced off against the Malaysian duo Chen Tang Jie and Toh Ee Wei,ranked third globally,in the semi-finals of the Indian Open.The French pair showcased their prowess, securing a decisive victory in straight sets (21-17, 21-15), marking … Read more
Tennis Icon Pam Shriver Loses Precious Trophies in Car Theft Amid LA Wildfires The stolen vehicle contained the majority of her career memorabilia, which she had rescued from her home during the evacuation. “My son and I are currently at the police station,” shared Pam Shriver, the renowned tennis champion, as she disclosed the heartbreaking … Read more
On Sunday,a qualifying event for the French indoor archery championship took place at the Bergerie sports hall in Florentais. The Florentais Archers Association, led by president Jean-Claude Bellicaud, volunteered to host the competition: We welcomed 82 competitors, who must participate in at least three regional tournaments and accumulate enough points to qualify for the French … Read more
french Judo Federation Announces Major Leadership Shakeup The French Judo Federation has unveiled a notable restructuring of its leadership team, appointing Olympic champion Lucie Décosse as the new manager of the women’s national team. This move comes after Décosse initially declined a similar offer three years ago. Décosse, a three-time world champion and London Olympic … Read more
The Blues Return: A Powerhouse Squad Geared for Six Nations Glory the French Rugby Federation has officially announced the roster for the highly anticipated 2025 Six Nations Tournament, igniting excitement among fans. Scheduled from january 31st to March 15th, the tournament promises to be a thrilling spectacle, with the Blues boasting a formidable squad of … Read more
Six Nations Blow for France as Key Players Face Injury Setbacks The French national rugby team has been dealt a blow ahead of the Six Nations Tournament, with two prominent players facing significant injury lay-offs. Bordeaux-Bègles fullback romain Buros, who made his international debut against New Zealand in November, sustained an ankle injury during his … Read more
Discovering Archery: A Late Bloomer Finds His Passion The thrill of the Olympics often inspires people to try new things. For Romuald Bideau, a 42-year-old resident of La Flèche, the 2024 Paris Games ignited a passion for archery. This weekend, January 4th and 5th, the la Flèche Archery Club is hosting a qualifying competition for … Read more
Archery Enthusiasts Converge on La Flèche for Thrilling Indoor Competition The La Flèche Archery Club hosted its first indoor competition of the year, drawing archers from across France. This event, held on January 4th and 5th at the Monnerie gymnasium, served as a crucial stepping stone for archers aiming to qualify for the French Championships … Read more
France’s Summer Tour Sparks controversy: all blacks Demand a Worthy Opponent The upcoming summer tour of New Zealand by the French national rugby team has ignited a firestorm of controversy. While fans eagerly anticipate the three-match series against the All Blacks, scheduled for July 5th, 12th, and 19th, the absence of France’s star players has … Read more