Tokyo, July 15, 2025 (AFP) - France's new star Lanier ready for home pressure at badminton worlds

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Rising French badminton star Alex Lanier admits he will be under pressure at next month's world championships in front of his home fans, but vowed Tuesday to "stay in my own zone" away from distractions. The 20-year-old has rocketed to number eight in the world after a breakthrough year that has seen him win the Japan Open and be crowned European champion. He is aiming for more success when the world championships begin in Paris on August 25, at......

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