The quarterfinals of the 2025 French Table Tennis Championships brought intense battles and a major upset as three-time national champion Simon Gauzy was eliminated. The matches, played on the same day as the Round of 16, showcased the dominance of the Lebrun brothers and left fans wondering if anyone can stop them.
Felix Lebrun secured a convincing 4-1 victory over Thibault Poret, while his older brother Alexis defeated Romain Brard 4-1. Meanwhile, Romain Ruiz overcame Antoine Hachard 4-2, but the biggest shock of the day came when Jules Rolland edged out Simon Gauzy in a thrilling 4-3 encounter.
With Gauzy out of the tournament, the question remains: Who can challenge the Lebrun brothers? Both have been in exceptional form, and their path to the title seems more open than ever. The semi-finals promise to be an exciting showdown as the remaining players fight for a spot in the final.
Quarterfinal Results at a Glance
Felix Lebrun vs Thibault Poret 4:1
Simon Gauzy vs Jules Rolland 3:4
Romain Brard vs Alexis Lebrun 1:4
Antoine Hachard vs Romain Ruiz 2:4
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