Breton Para-Badminton Athletes Shine at National championships
The 2025 French Para-Badminton Championships in Gien, Loiret, witnessed a dominant performance from the Breton delegation, lead by the extraordinary Agnieszka Etavard from Trégor. Etavard secured a remarkable double victory, claiming gold in both the women’s singles and doubles categories. [[1]]
While the team nearly swept the medal count, Colin Kerouanton from Rennes, despite reaching three finals, unfortunately settled for three silver medals. [[1]] This impressive showing could have been even more breathtaking had international players Faustine Noël, David toupé, and Guillaume Gailly participated in this year’s edition.
A Closer Look at breton Success
The Breton athletes showcased their prowess across various categories. In men’s doubles SL/SL4, Fabrice Malle and David Foucher from Bande du bad’ ille and BCSH44 respectively, secured a commendable bronze medal.The mixed doubles SL3/SU5 category saw Colin Kerouanton partnering with Laureen Marchand from CSME95 to clinch silver, while Lénaïg Morin and Hugo Saumier from Rennes EC and TSB54 respectively, earned bronze.colin Kerouanton continued his strong performance in the men’s singles SU5, securing a silver medal. In the women’s singles SU5, Lénaïg Morin from Rennes EC claimed silver, with josiane Lecomte from Saint-Brieuc taking home bronze.
The men’s doubles SU5 category saw another silver medal for Kerouanton, this time partnering with Valentin Riocros from BCL09. Vincent Caro and Jean Thiebaut from Caden and BCLU38 respectively,secured bronze in the same category.
Agnieszka Etavard’s dominance continued in the women’s singles WH1, where she clinched gold. She further solidified her position as a top player by partnering with Marilou Maurel from BCSH44 to win gold in the women’s doubles.
The Breton para-badminton team’s performance at the 2025 French Championships highlights the region’s growing strength in the sport. With a mix of experienced veterans and rising stars, the future looks bright for Breton para-badminton. [ [3]]
Breton para-Badminton: A Conversation with David Foucher
The recent 2025 French Para-Badminton Championships in Gien were a resounding success for Breton athletes, showcasing remarkable talent and dedication. To delve deeper into this remarkable display, I sat down with David Foucher, a bronze medalist in the men’s doubles SL/SL4 category, to understand his perspective on the team’s performance and the future of para-badminton in Brittany.
David, congratulations on your bronze medal! How do you feel about the overall performance of the Breton team at the championships?
David Foucher: Thank you! It was a truly remarkable performance from our team. Winning so many medals, especially Agnieszka Etavard’s double gold, is a testament to the hard work and dedication everyone has put in. There’s a real sense of camaraderie and support within the Breton para-badminton community, which contributes to this success.
Agnieszka Etavard was truly unstoppable this year. What are your thoughts on her performance?
David Foucher: Agnieszka is an incredible player. Her dominance in both singles and doubles is truly inspiring. She’s a role model for all of us, demonstrating the heights we can reach through passion and hard work. It’s no surprise she’s a nationally recognized talent.
while the team performed exceptionally well, Colin Kerouanton unfortunately settled for three silver medals.How do you think he handled the pressure?
David Foucher: Facing three finals is an incredible feat in itself. Colin has immense talent and a strong fighting spirit. While silver is a great achievement, I no he will learn from these experiences and come back even stronger next time.
The article mentions that the championships could have been even more competitive had international players participated. What are your thoughts on that?
David Foucher: It would have certainly been interesting to see how our players would have fared against international competition. It’s always a great learning experience to pit yourself against the best in the world. I hope to see more international events in the future to further push the boundaries of para-badminton in France.
Looking ahead,what are your goals for the future of Breton para-badminton?
David Foucher: We have a strong foundation in Brittany,with many talented players coming through the ranks. My goal is to see our region continue to dominate at national level and make a real impact on the international stage.
Readers, what are your thoughts on the performance of the Breton para-badminton team? Do you think they have what it takes to dominate international competitions in the future? Share your insights in the comments below!
