French hopefuls Popov and Lanier discuss preparation ahead of Delhi event

France’s rising stars Christophe Popov and Alex Lanier shared their thoughts on the upcoming championships. Popov said his recent results at the Japan Open have boosted his confidence and that he feels ready to challenge the world tour’s elite. Lanier added that a training stint in China helped him fine‑tune his game and that the energy he gained there will be crucial for a strong showing in Delhi.