They did it! Manhandled by Portugal in this small final with the defeat of Sireix / Ligi in match 2, France was condemned to win in this match 2 to survive. Alix Collombon and Jessica Ginier Barbier responded by winning their match 7/5 6/0.
As expected, the start of the match was… tense! The French started well, but the Portuguese didn't give up. More realistic at the end of the set, the Blues made the difference to avoid a trap decisive game and win 7/5. With confidence, Alix and Jessica were then able to accelerate to take off and not give up anything in the second round. Final score: 7/5 6/0.
Now it's time for the decisive match to go win bronze in this Euro. Mission entrusted to the pair composed of Léa Godallier and Lucile Pothier against the experienced Portuguese Ana Nogueira and Katia Fernandes. A decisive match which promises to be tense and contested. Come on Blues!
Le padel ? Cédric has been completely addicted to it since he discovered the discipline in 2022. Since then, he has trained hard to become a coach and even a referee. A former journalist, he now combines his former profession and his current passion. If you confront him, beware of his bajada !