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French favourites confirmed for stellar FedEx Open de France
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French favourites confirmed for stellar FedEx Open de France

Julien Guerrier, Antoine Rozner, Romain Langasque, Frédéric Lacroix, Victor Perez, Jeong weon Ko and Ugo Coussaud will bolster the home charge at this year’s FedEx Open de France, teeing it up at Le Golf National from September 24-27.

French favourites confirmed for stellar FedEx Open de France

The talented group will join a world-class field, including fellow French rising stars Martin Couvra, Oihan Guillamoundeguy and Tom Vaillant, alongside Ryder Cup Europe teammates Tommy Fleetwood, Ludvig Aberg and Viktor Hovland, when the 108th edition of the illustrious event returns to the outskirts of Paris.

For Guerrier, it will mark a 15th appearance in Continental Europe’s oldest national open, having first featured in the 2005 edition staged at the same venue.

The 41-year-old, who claimed his maiden DP World Tour title at the 2024 Estrella Damm N.A. Andalucía Masters following a Tour record-equalling nine hole play-off, has tallied four top ten finishes so far this season, his best coming at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic in January.

He sits 22nd on the 2026 Race to Dubai Rankings Delivered by DP World, and will be looking to impress on home soil come next month.

“This tournament is one I look forward to every season,” said Guerrier. “Having the opportunity to play at home and feel the support from the French fans is still surreal, even after all these years. I am excited for another great edition.”

Three-time DP World Tour winner Rozner returns to his national open following a 12th place finish last year.

The 33-year-old, who became the fastest Frenchman to win twice on Tour with his victories at the 2020 Golf in Dubai Championship presented by DP World and the Qatar Masters three months later, will feature for the fifth time, hoping the 2026 edition is one to remember.

“I’m very excited to return home for the FedEx Open de France,” said Rozner. “It’s always special to play in front of a strong and passionate French crowd. Hopefully we can create some amazing memories together.”

Langasque will be looking to create his own magic after claiming his first title as a professional in his home country, winning the Hopps Open de Provence on the HotelPlanner Tour in 2018. The 31-year-old went on to triumph at the 2020 ISPS HANDA Wales Open on the DP World Tour.

Originally from Grasse, Langasque finished inside the top ten at the Magical Kenya Open presented by absa earlier this season and will be eager to impress again on home soil, for what will be his eighth appearance at the FedEx Open de France.

“The FedEx Open de France means a lot to me, and I’m excited to return for another year,” said Langasque. “It’s always an honour to represent my country and I look forward to giving it my all on French soil.”

Lacroix adds to a formidable French line-up. The 31-year-old, having secured his maiden DP World Tour title at the Danish Golf Championship in 2024, has enjoyed two top ten finishes so far this season, including a share of second at the Investec South African Open Championship in March.

The Parisian will prepare for his fifth showing at his national open.

“Playing at home is always a privilege,” said Lacroix. “The French fans create a fantastic atmosphere, which I can’t wait to experience again. I look forward to seeing everyone for what I’m sure will be a great week.”

Three-time DP World Tour winner Perez will be looking to capitalise on his strong form, in what will be his seventh FedEx Open de France.

The 33-year-old, who narrowly missed out on an Olympic medal at Le Golf National in 2024, has posted three top ten finishes across five starts this season on golf’s Global Tour, the most recent being a share of ninth place at last month’s Genesis Scottish Open.

“I’m really looking forward to teeing it up again at the FedEx Open de France,” said Perez. “I have a lot of fond memories playing Le Golf National, and I have no doubt we’re in for another great week.”

Ko returns for redemption, having fallen one stroke short of a maiden DP World Tour title to American Michael Kim in last year’s event. The 28-year-old, who closed with a 65 for what remains his best DP World Tour finish to date, will tee it up for a fifth edition.

“Last year was really special for me, largely thanks to the amazing crowd,” said Ko. “I can’t wait to get out there again and give it my best shot to make this year even better.”

Coussaud, the second-highest ranked Frenchman on the Race to Dubai, rounds out those chasing glory on home soil, with 2026 to mark his fourth FedEx Open de France. The 33-year-old has three top ten finishes to his name so far this season, with a breakthrough title in his sights.

“It always means a lot to play in front of family and friends, especially in a tournament with such history,” said Coussaud. “It has been a great event to be part of in the past, and I look forward to another amazing experience next month.”

The FedEx Open de France, which was first staged in 1906 and became part of golf’s Global Tour in 1972, has seen some of golf’s most recognisable names, including Peter Oosterhuis, Seve Ballesteros, Bernard Gallacher, Sandy Lyle, Sir Nick Faldo, Bernhard Langer, Sam Torrance and Colin Montgomerie, claim the title.

Tickets for the 2026 FedEx Open de France are now on sale, with General Admission and Premium Hospitality packages available. Fans will need to move quickly though, with Le Club House experience having already sold out across the weekend. Secure your place at one of the DP World Tour’s most prestigious events here.

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