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In Thailand, the Jocondian duo Clement Berthier And Esteban Herrault was crowned champion in doubles (class 14) after a flawless run at the international para table tennis tournament in Nakhon Ratchasima, competition integrated into theITTF World Para FutureAlready bronze medalists at Paris 2024 Paralympic Games and two-time European champions in two thousand twenty-three And two thousand twenty-fiveThey confirm their place among the elite of table tennis for people with disabilities. Clement Berthier had also distinguished himself on July 14 by picking up the silver medal in singles (class 8), while an even more challenging event, theITTF World Para Elitebegan the July 18 with the same Jocondians, the player Morgen Caillaud and the rookie Timothé Ivaldi in the running.
On tour in Asia, the table tennis players of TT Played have confirmed their international status: the duo composed of Clement Berthier And Esteban Herrault won the gold medal in doubles (class 14) at the Nakhon Ratchasima International Para Table Tennis Tournament in Thailand. After a flawless run in the doubles event, and notable results in singles, this victory illustrates the continued success of the Joué-lès-Tours club on the world stage.
Saturday, July 16th will remain a significant date for TT Joué: Berthier And Herrault They triumphed in the Class 14 doubles final, securing the gold medal at the event held in Nakhon Ratchasima. This victory, achieved at a tournament on the ITTF World Para Future circuit, confirms the duo’s ability to perform under pressure and against international opponents.
An experienced and renowned duo
Clement Berthier And Esteban Herrault are not mere visitors on the podiums: Berthier, bronze medalist at Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, also has a rich national and international career (see his profile on Wikipedia And France Paralympic, as well as its page Facebook). For its part, Esteban Herrault brings his own competitive experience, forming a complementary and effective duo with Berthier.
Individual performances and confirmation
Before the doubles victory, Clement Berthier had already shone in singles (class 8), where he won the silver medal at the event on Tuesday, July 14. These results in singles and doubles demonstrate the versatility and consistency of the TT Joué players, while highlighting the depth of the French pool of talent in para table tennis.
A demanding circuit: ITTF World Para Future and ITTF World Para Elite
The competition in Thailand was part of the ITTF World Para Future calendar, an important step for gaining experience and international points. A second, more competitive tournament, the ITTF World Para Elite, began on Saturday, July 18th at the same venue, offering a new challenge to the athletes from Joué-lès-Tours and the other French representatives involved.
Other representatives and ambitions
Besides the champion duo, TT Joué was represented by other competitors: Morgen Caillaud (in women’s singles) and the new recruit Timothé Ivaldi who took part in these international events. The objective is clear: to maintain the momentum and aim for new podium finishes in higher level competitions.
Thai context and media repercussions
The Thai setting added a special dimension to this tour: Nakhon Ratchasima, the host city, is regularly chosen for international sporting and cultural events. The presence of the French teams there was covered by the local and national press, notably by The New Republic.
Beyond the competitions, Thailand also offers a rich tourism and media context: stories and reports about the destination, such as aquatic shows or sports facilities, illustrate the country’s appeal (see for example account of the aquatic gala) and the presence of international athletes training on site (see also the article on Djokovic’s training).
Sporting prospects and impact for TT Joué
This doubles victory and the singles performances boost the visibility of the TT Played and attest to the players’ level of preparation. They also serve as a springboard before more challenging events, such as the Elite circuit or European championships where the duo has already shone in the past (double European champions in 2023 and 2025).
Beyond the results, the experience gained in Asia and the exposure to varied playing styles are valuable assets for the rest of the season. Media coverage and institutional support help to enhance the athletes’ progress, as illustrated by the various articles and reports dedicated to Thailand and para-sports competitions (Thai news review, visual report).
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ITTF World Para Future, Nakhon RatchasimaDouble
Clement Berthier & Esteban Herrault — gold medal (July 15: flawless performance) - Recent achievements
Bronze medalists — Paris 2024 Paralympic GamesEuropean titles
European Champions 2023 and 2025 - Individual performance
Clement Berthier — silver in singles (class 8, July 14)Class
Doubles in class 14; singles in class 8 - Following
Start of the ITTF World Para Elite Championships (July 18)Participants from Joconde
Berthier, Herrault, Morgen Caillaud (women’s singles) Timothé Ivaldi (new recruit)
Frequently Asked Questions — Clément Berthier and Esteban Herrault’s Journey in Thailand
Q: Who are the players featured in this article?
A: This is the Jocondian duo formed by Clement Berthier And Esteban Herrault, table tennis players with disabilities competing under the colors of TT Played.
Q: Which tournament was held in Thailand and where exactly?
A: The competitions took place at Nakhon Ratchasima, starting with the step ITTF World Para Future Then, starting on July 18th, the more challenging competition ITTF World Para Elite.
Q: What results did they achieve in the doubles tournament?
A: On Thursday, July 16, the pair won the medal ofgold in doubles (class 14), by achieving an undefeated record in the event ITTF World Para Future.
Q: Did Clément Berthier participate in singles, and with what result?
A: Yes. On Tuesday, July 14th, Clement Berthier won the medalmoney in simple (class 8).
Q: Are these results consistent with their usual international level?
A: Absolutely. Both players have already won bronze medals at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games and were consecrated European champions in 2023 and 2025, which confirms their presence at the highest level.
Q: Who else from TT Joué was involved in the rest of the competitions in Thailand?
A: For the start of theITTF World Para Elite Morgen Caillaud in women’s singles and the recruit Timothé Ivaldi.
Q: What sporting significance do these podium finishes have for the club and the athletes?
A: These performances reinforce the international reputation of TT Joué and confirm the individual and collective competitiveness of its athletes on the world para-sports circuit.
Q: Is the next tournament more difficult and why?
A: Yes: theITTF World Para Elite is presented as a more challenging stage than the “Future”, bringing together higher-ranked players and offering sporting stakes and generally more important ranking points.
Q: Do performances in doubles and singles have implications for upcoming competitions?
A: The victories and podium finishes obtained in Nakhon Ratchasima send a strong signal ahead of the Elite: they bring confidence, ranking points and visibility, useful elements for approaching the following international events.
Q: Where and when exactly did the performances mentioned take place?
A: The medal ofmoney Clément Berthier’s singles title was won on July 14and the double gold by the Berthier-Herrault duo took place on July 16both at Nakhon Ratchasimain Thailand.