French Duo Triumphs in Mixed Doubles Final at BWF World Championships 2026
Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue, the fifth-seeded pair from France, achieved a remarkable victory in the mixed doubles final at the BWF World Championships 2026 held in New Delhi. They overcame the top-seeded Chinese duo of Feng Yan Zhe and Huang Dong Ping with scores of 22-20, 19-21, and 21-15, clinching the title after a challenging 78-minute match.
The French pair started strong, winning the first game 22-20, but faced a setback in the second as the Chinese team fought back to take it 21-19. In the decisive game, Gicquel and Delrue regained their momentum, establishing an early lead and ultimately sealing their victory with a score of 21-15.
This win marks a historic achievement for Gicquel and Delrue, as they are the first French mixed doubles pair to reach and win a World Championships final. Their success adds to the celebrations for the French contingent at the tournament, which also saw Alex Lanier advance to the men's singles final.
