Since April 20, Willy Gérimont has been very happy to have retained his title of French billiard champion, in the 71/2 frame, in the Masters, the highest category.
If the man is happy with his performance, he is now focusing on the European championships, which will take place in France, in Montbrison (Loire), from June 2 to 6. “It’s a good omen for the next competition, the result proves to me that my preparation is going according to plan and that I’m on schedule. I feel that I’m getting close to my top,” says Willy Gérimont.
“I will train between six and eight hours each day, whereas I only practice two hours a day, in normal times. »
Willy Gérimont (empty)
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Barely time to savor this title that the athlete, employed in the youth and sport service of the City of Chartres, enters a period of intensive preparation to become the best player in Europe. He only has one step to take, since Willy is vice-champion of Europe at 71/2. “Until June 2, I will train between six and eight hours each day, while I only practice two hours daily, in normal times. »
First games at 14 years old
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Training isn’t just about sitting down at pool and practicing on the table. Willy Gérimont watches videos of his potential opponents and follows the advice of his coach, Jean Dauguet, sports manager at C’Chartres Billard. The athlete runs regularly, performs sheathing exercises to keep up the pace during matches which can last between 1?30 and three hours. “We are sometimes in complicated positions to hold, you have to be prepared,” he says. Willy Gérimont also adheres to a healthy lifestyle before the big deadline. He pays attention to diet and sleep.
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Even if throughout his career, the player amassed a lot of titles and trophies, he never lost sight of the fact that billiards is a game. “I started at 14 following my stepfather. He himself was good at billiards and played competitively. I participated in a few youth tournaments, then I was detected by the federation. When I was 20, I left football and tennis to devote myself more seriously to French billiards. »
French championship final
From May 27 to 29, the C’Chartres Billard organizes the final of the French championship of French billiards three cushions N1, at 52, rue du Grand Faubourg, in Chartres. Free admission. Information on 09.52.62.30.88 or [email protected].
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Aurelie Chupin
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