The standout performers of the tournament were the talented Raynal brothers. Christophe Raynal, with a spectacular performance, clinched the title in all three categories, showcasing his skill and mastery of the sport. His brother, Xavier Raynal, also put in an excellent showing, securing second place in the Hardbat and Sandpaper categories, along with a third-place finish in the Wood category. Christophe Raynal, already renowned for his extensive track record of achievements, further solidified his position as one of the leading figures in the ping pong scene. With the title of Wood Vice World Champion, along with being a three-time French Champion in Sandpaper and Hardbat, and a Double French Veteran Champion in 2022, he continues to make his mark in the sport.

Equally impressive, Xavier Raynal also boasts a respectable resume. With titles such as French Champion in Hardbat and Sandpaper, as well as a third-place finish in the Wood World Championship, and the title of French Veteran Champion in 2022, he complements the Raynal family’s success in ping pong.

With such fierce competition and an impressive performance from the Raynal brothers, France once again demonstrates its strength and talent in the world of classic ping pong. We look forward to seeing what the future holds for these talented athletes and for the French team at the 2025 World Cup. QUALIFIERS RAYNAL BROTHERS DOMINATE BEYNAT CLASSIC TABLE TENNIS WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS

In addition to the Raynal brothers, other competitors made their mark, such as Bryan Aiglemont and Jean Michel Carquin, who secured prominent positions in the rankings across the various categories:

HARDBAT 1st Christophe Raynal – 2nd Xavier Raynal 3rd Jean Michel Carquin – 4th Bryan Aiglemont

SANDPAPER 1st Christophe Raynal – 2nd Xavier Raynal 3rd Bryan Aiglemont – 4th Jean Michel Carquin

WOOD 1º Christophe Raynal – 2º Bryan Aiglemont 3º Xavier Raynal – 4º Jean Michel Carquin