French badminton stars Delphine Delrue and Thom Gicquel are riding high after a spectacular performance on the Asian tour, culminating in an impressive run to the final of the India Open. The Olympic and Sports Regional Committee celebrated their success, highlighting the exceptional level of play demonstrated by the duo throughout the tournament and across the entire Asian swing.
Delrue, coached at the Chambly club in the south of the Oise, attributes their success to rigorous training and unwavering dedication.
“Thom and I have been putting in a lot of hard work,” Delrue said. “We have a strong mental game and we support each other through every point. The Asian tour has been a great learning experience for us, and we’re excited to carry this momentum into the upcoming World Championships in Paris.”
The World Championships in Paris, a massive milestone in their careers, will undoubtedly test their mettle against the world’s best. The French pair are determined to leave their mark on the global badminton stage.