Flume Ille Badminton Secures Defensive Point Against Reigning Champions
Published February 22, 2026
In a stunning upset, Flume Ille Badminton earned a defensive bonus point against Fos-sur-Mer, the 2024 French champions, on Saturday, February 21st, in front of a packed house. The result exceeded expectations for the Bretillian team.
Unexpected Result Fuels Excitement
Prior to the match, Flume Ille Badminton captain Bastian Kersaudy promised a memorable event, and he delivered. On ne s’attendait pas à ce score
(“We didn’t expect this score”), Kersaudy stated after the match. Il y avait beaucoup de ferveur, elle nous a bien aidée
(“There was a lot of fervor, it really helped us”).
Fos-sur-Mer boasts the Popov brothers, Toma and Christo, ranked 17th and 5th in the world respectively, adding to the significance of Flume Ille Badminton’s achievement.
Current Standings
As of January 2026, Fos-sur-Mer leads the rankings with 31 points. Saint-Maur-des-Fossés and Chambly follow with 27 points each. Flume Ille Badminton currently holds fourth place with 14 points, ahead of Racing Club de France with 12 points, and Caen with 4 points.
Looking Ahead
The match showcased the growing competitiveness of Flume Ille Badminton and signals a promising season for the team. Further details on upcoming matches and team information can be found on the Flume Ille Badminton website.