France stages July 2026 pétanque tournaments in Saint-Étienne and Romans-sur-Isère

The 2026 Masters de Pétanque will hold its fourth stage in Saint‑Étienne on 22–23 July. Organised with a full programme of health‑focused initiations, youth competitions, a women's Masters trophy and a final showdown among teams such as Bonetto, Rocher, the Étoiles du Sud and a German side.

From 22–26 July, Romans‑sur‑Isère will host the sixth edition of the Mondial Jeunes. The youth tournament features a world‑record attempt in mixed shooting on 22 July, individual Swiss‑system play beginning 23 July, followed by double‑tte, triple‑tte and final phases that culminate on 26 July.