AAJ Blois Tennis Club and US Vendôme Must Win to Avoid Relegation in French Interclubs By Daniel Richardson June 5, 2026 • Updated 10:45 AM UTC+2 In a high-stakes weekend for French club tennis, both AAJ Blois Tennis Club and US Vendôme find themselves in relegation battles that demand victories to secure their league status. … Read more
Joëlle Mignot Crowned Champion in France’s Veteran Athletics: Defying Limits at 50+ Daniel Richardson May 27, 2026 12 min read Joëlle Mignot raises her arms in triumph after claiming the Championnat de France vétéran title in Salbris. (Photo: Official FFSA Archive) SALBRIS, France — In a display of endurance, precision and sheer determination, Joëlle Mignot … Read more
The French badminton community has descended upon the Loiret department this weekend, as the commune of Gien plays host to the prestigious 2026 French Veterans Badminton Championships. With 980 seasoned athletes from 463 clubs across the nation gathering to compete, the event serves as a significant milestone for players aged 35 and older. For the … Read more
French Equestrian Excellence: 2,500 Riders Descend on Lamotte-Beuvron for Grand Tournoi’s 20th Edition LAMOTTE-BEUVRON, France — The dust is settling over the Parc équestre fédéral this weekend, but the intensity is only ramping up. From Friday, May 15, through Sunday, May 17, 2026, the Loir-et-Cher region has become the epicenter of collective equestrian sports as … Read more
CORMERAY, France – Isabelle Aubry continued her dominant run at the Tennis Club Val de Beuvron (TCVB) tournament, capturing her second consecutive title on Sunday, March 29, 2026. The victory marks a significant achievement for the Saint-Gervais player, solidifying her position as a key competitor in regional tennis. The tournament, which began on March 13th, … Read more
Cellettes, France – The Tennis Club Val de Beuvron is preparing to crown its champions this weekend, March 28-29, 2026, as the open tournament nears its conclusion. After more than ten days of competition that began on March 13th, the finals for both the men’s and women’s singles titles are scheduled to take place, bringing … Read more
Blois, France – Students at the Institut National des Sciences Appliquées Centre Val de Loire (INSA Centre Val de Loire) are celebrating the opening of their new, state-of-the-art gymnasium near the Blois-Chambord train station. The facility, officially named after Alice Milliat – a pioneer in women’s sports – began hosting classes on March 12, 2026, … Read more
Beyond the Bars: How “Sente-vous Sport” is Revolutionizing Inmate Rehabilitation Through Athletics Blois, France – Forget the typical prison yard drills. For the past five years, on the annual “Sente-vous Sport” (Feel Sport) day, a powerful transformation has been unfolding within the walls of the Blésois penitentiary establishment. This isn’t just about breaking a sweat; … Read more
For 10-year-old Jeanne, Sunday, June 8th, was a day etched in her memory forever. The young tennis enthusiast experienced a dream come true at the Roland-Garros final, walking hand-in-hand with Italian sensation jannik Sinner as he entered the court. But how did a young player from AAJ Blois Tennis Club find herself on the hallowed … Read more
Horseback Archery: The Rising Equestrian Sport You Need to Know Table of Contents Horseback Archery: The Rising Equestrian Sport You Need to Know From Show Jumping Setbacks to Archery Success The Physical Demands of a Unique Sport The Thrill of the Ride: Precision and Trust Looking Ahead: World Championships and Future Aspirations Key Data and … Read more