La FFT Focus on continuity for 2026: Pablo Ayma stay on coach of the French men's national teamIn post since 2022The Argentinian based in Catalonia has established himself as the true conductor of the tricolor projectHe knows the group perfectly and closely follows all the French players on the international circuit.

A world-renowned coach with experience coaching numerous top playersAyma has also seen several French internationals develop within its academy. Its renewal therefore reflects a desire for stability as a major season approaches.

A partnership with Yann Auradou

The new development is the creation of a position of deputy captainentrusted to Yann AuradouHaving been very involved with the FFT, particularly with young people, he took a step forward by joining the senior staff.

"I didn't hesitate for a second," he confides.
"Being part of the staff means contributing to the collective performance."

His role will be cross-cutting:
player tracking on the FIP tournaments,
performance analysis,
link between the players, the staff and the federation.

He will continue his work with the youth teams in parallel, demonstrating a commitment to to bridge the gap between training and high level.

Regarding his relationship with Ayma, the message is clear:
"Pablo remains the boss. We share the same ideas and the same vision for moving the group forward."

Yann Auradou appointed assistant captain of the French men's team: "It's an honor and a great responsibility."

A major objective: the 2026 World Championships

The big deadline will be the World Championship from November 01st to 07thA crucial competition for a French team that wants bounce After :
un Euro complicated (3rd in the group, no semi-finals),
another 7rd place worldwide in 2024, below expectations.

The ambition is to recapture the momentum of Ayma's first campaign, marked by a superb bronze medal au World Championship 2022.

The battle for the podium looks wide open, especially with the Portugal, Brazil and Italy, while Spain and Argentina remain untouchable.

A more competitive group

The sporting context is more favorable. France should be able to count on a strong team. in full, including the return of Thomas Leygueabsent last season.

Several players have taken a step forward in recent months, as highlighted by Auradou, who emphasizes the overall progress and rise to power of the new generation.

The selection will be based on:
international performance,
regularity,
the current form,
the complementarity of pairs.

A structuring of the France project

Beyond the results, the appointment of a deputy marks a professionalization of the staff and a desire for more in-depth monitoring throughout the season.

Between continuity with Pablo Ayma and reinforcement with Yann AuradouFrance is giving itself the means to aim higher.

Benjamin Dupouy

I discovered padel directly during a tournament, and frankly, I didn't really like it at first. But the second time, it was love at first sight, and since then, I haven't missed a single match. I'm even ready to stay up until 3am to watch a final of Premier Padel !

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