Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue Secure Silver at India Open Badminton 2024
Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue, the French mixed doubles badminton duo ranked 12th globally, continue their quest for a third international title. Despite their impressive track record,including victories at the Orléans Masters (Super 100) in 2019 and the Swiss Open (Super 300) in 2021,their journey to claim a third crown hit a roadblock at the […]
Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue Aim for Victory at Sunrise India Open 2025
Nearly four years have passed since Thom Gicquel (Red Star Mulhouse) and Delphine Delrue (Chambly) clinched their second and most recent World Tour victory at the Swiss Open in Basel (Super 300) on March 7, 2021. This Sunday, they aim to add another prestigious title to their accolades at the Sunrise India Open (Super 750) […]
Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue Aim for Victory at Sunrise India Open 2025
Nearly four years have passed since Thom Gicquel (Red Star Mulhouse) and delphine Delrue (Chambly) secured their second and most recent title at the Swiss Open in Basel (Super 300) on march 7, 2021. This Sunday in New Delhi, they aim to reclaim their spot on the World Tour podium at the Sunrise india Open […]
Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue Aim for India Open Final in Badminton World Tour
Two months after their defeat in the Japan Masters (Super 500) final on November 17, where they fell to Thailand’s Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Supissara Paewsampran in three sets (16-21, 21-10, 17-21), Thom Gicquel of Red Star Mulhouse and Delphine Delrue of Chambly, currently ranked 12th in the world mixed doubles, are gearing up for another […]
Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue Aim for Mixed Doubles Title at India Open 2025
Following their defeat in the Japan Masters (Super 500) final on November 17 against Thailand’s Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Supissara Paewsampran (16-21, 21-10, 17-21), Thom Gicquel (Red Star Mulhouse) and Delphine Delrue (Chambly), ranked 12th in the world mixed doubles, are gearing up for a fresh opportunity to clinch their third World Tour title this Saturday […]
Basketball: A Century in Mulhouse
Driven by a passion for basketball history, Jean-Luc Monschau embarked on a monumental task in early 2022: chronicling the first century of the sport in Mulhouse. What began as a personal endeavor quickly evolved into a three-year odyssey,culminating in a comprehensive 500-page tome,adorned with 400 captivating photographs. Monschau, a decorated figure in French basketball, boasting […]
Saint-Vallier vs Avignon/Le Pontet: A Clash of Contrasts in Men’s National 1
Riding a wave of renewed momentum following a challenging stretch in late October and early November, the Drômois are back in training with a revitalized spirit. Their near victory against league leaders Le Havre just before the holiday break has injected a surge of confidence into the team. On tuesday evening (8:30 p.m.), Alexandre Casimiri’s […]
Johan Péricard: From U18 Coach to SVBD Assistant
Johan Péricard’s recent appointment as assistant coach for Saint-Vallier, stepping in for the absent Jérôme Grecksch, marks a significant growth for the team. Péricard, a seasoned coach with experience leading the U18 French national team, assumed this role following the Metz match on november 16th. His transition to the senior team was a natural progression, […]
Healthy sport. Eight tips for tackling the year in great shape
Unlock Yoru Fitness Potential: A Guide to Starting Strong embarking on a fitness journey can feel daunting, but with the right approach, it can be an incredibly rewarding experience. Laura Margolles, a former international judoka turned sports coach, emphasizes the importance of setting realistic and inspiring goals. Rather of aiming for a marathon right away, […]
Karim Ezzedine: From Congo to Lebanon, a Basketball Journey Through Crisis
Karim Ezzedine, a 27-year-old, 6’9″ interior player for Saint-Vallier, reflects on his unique basketball journey. “In just five years, I’ve encountered experiences that most people wouldn’t in a lifetime,” he remarked with a smile. [1] Born in Kinshasa, Congo, Ezzedine chose to represent lebanon, his father’s homeland, on the international stage. This decision led him […]