The French men's team is going through a transition period For the past two years, the sport has been marked by the emergence of a new generation of players and the continued strong presence of historical figures in French padel. former executives et young talentsThe national hierarchy is undergoing a major transformation.

A premature elimination for the French team.

While the blue shone with a superb silver medal during the 2025 European Championships, gentlemen met with a much more bitter outcome.
Placed in a tough group with, among others ItalyFrance, despite being the favorite to qualify, only finished in the top 10. third placeThis meant an early elimination. A poor performance that caused disappointment and frustration among both the players and the fans.

Benjamin Tison's mixed return

Among the members of this selection were Benjamin Tison, returning this year in the blue jersey.
Alongside Max ForcinThe former French number one achieved a solid season, despite less involvement on the international circuit compared to previous years. His performances had logically earned him the confidence of the national coach Pablo Ayma.

Benjamin Tison, Bastien Blanqué, Europe 2025
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But the European adventure left a bitter taste. Associated with Bastien Blanqué During the decisive match against Italy, Tison had a difficult game. True to his sense of responsibility, he acknowledged his mistakes in a message posted on Instagramimbued with emotion and lucidity.

“Wearing the blue jersey, representing France… always a huge source of pride.
But clearly, the dominant feeling here is disappointment.
We didn't achieve the result we hoped for, and personally, I wasn't able to help the team as much as I would have liked.
With all these emotions, despite my experience, I also lost a little control.

The My Center coach takes responsibility for part of the collective failure:

"There are still positive points: I was able to relive from the inside emotions that only sport provides. And experiencing it in an ultra-close-knit group that gave everything until the end, there's nothing more rewarding."

A farewell message?

In the last part of his message, Benjamin Tison seems take some distance with regard to the French group:

"I know that France will come back stronger and I will always support this team and this blue jersey that I love so much."

A statement that might provoke a reaction. One could see it as a implicit farewell messageOthers simply want to step back after the disappointment.
The player has often reiterated that he was not not attached at all costs to his place in the French national teampreferring to give priority to young people, performance and collective cohesion.

What's Next ?

At 36, Benjamin Tison remains one of the the most experienced French padel playersalways capable of raising his level in the big games.
But this European disillusionment could mark the end of a cycle with the national team.

One thing is certain: the left-handed guard love for the blue jerseyAnd whatever happens next, The French team can always count on him. — on or off the track.

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