Under sunny skies, the French Open +50 brought together players and fans for an elegant and intense sport. Between rallies on the court and friendly moments at the club, this edition perfectly embodied the spirit of the game: competition, friendship, and sharing.
First exchanges and renewed friendships
From the moment the tournament began, the tension was palpable. The matches provided high-quality entertainment. Among the highlights of the weekend was the intense duel between Pascal Grierson and Jean-Philippe Grabli, with the latter ultimately prevailing in a thrilling match. Meanwhile, the aperitif at the club enabled everyone to relax and strengthen bonds in a warm and relaxed atmosphere.
On the court and around the table: perfect balance
The tournament continued on Saturday at a steady pace, with closely contested matches that kept spectators on the edge of their seats. Notable among these were the tight matches between Duboscq/Tribaudeau and Shenkman/Semenoff, which ended with very close scores of 6/5–6/5, demonstrating the high level of the competitors. In the evening, dinner at the Bar de la Marine brought together players, volunteers, and supporters in a friendly setting, enjoying good food and carefully selected wines, extending the celebration and conversation.
Highlights to end on a high note
Sunday's finals provided an intense and exciting spectacle, crowning the best players in an atmosphere that was both festive and respectful. The thrilling doubles final between the formidable team of Michel Brunoro & Florian Reinaud and the pair of Charles Blanchot & Luke Danby lived up to all expectations, with high-level play and spectacular rallies.
Congrats to
- Luke Danby (Seacourt), winner of the singles 🥇
- Charles Blanchot (Paris), winner of the consolation singles 🏅
- The formidable duo Michel Brunoro & Florian Reinaud (Paris), doubles champions 🥂
Thanks
We would like to extend our warmest thanks to the participants who traveled from afar, including Richard Macalister, Nigel Pendrigh, Luke Danby, and Simon Shenkman from England, our loyal friends from Paris, and Alexandre Boy from Pau. Their presence enriched the atmosphere of the tournament.
A big thank you also to all the players, spectators, and volunteers who contributed to the smooth running of this event. Special mention goes to Baudouin, Brigitte, Stephen, and Romane for their invaluable help throughout the tournament.
Finally, thank you to Domaine Laujac and CFCP for once again supporting and covering the event, bringing their touch of excellence and conviviality to this edition.
See you next year for a new edition of the French Open +50!
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