Léo Rombaut | Team Funbridge
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Funbridge username: ŁéŁé
Nickname: Lélé (not very original ha ha).
Nationality: French
Style of play: Rather aggressive (especially 1NT 8-12). This is due to the ardour of the youth, but I am learning to temper it.
Date of birth: 11 October 2003
Playing record
U15 World Vice-Champion 🥈
U20 World Champion 🥇
Pairs Champion and Vice-Champion of France 🥇🥈
Open D2 Teams Champion of France 🥇
Open Interclubs Champion of France 🥇
Vice European team champion in 2023 🥈
Interview with Léo Rombaut
What is your best bridge memory?
I have many fond memories of Youth Championships. There is always a very nice atmosphere. My best memory is probably when we became World Champions last year. With some of my Funbridge teammates.
And I have lots of good memories with my dad.
What do you do when you are not playing bridge?
Regarding my studies, I’m in my second year of physiotherapy and I try to juggle international bridge competitions alongside my studies.
I also do quite a bit of sports, particularly football and padel, and I enjoy going out with my friends.
What would you say to encourage someone to take up bridge?
First of all, don’t pay attention to prejudices. Despite how complex this game is, you can enjoy playing and progress very quickly. Even if bridge is perfect for the elderly, not only to train their memory and brain but also to create social bonds, it is not aimed at pensioners only. Many young people play bridge and the Youth Championships are proof of that. So, find a partner among your friends to get started and off you go!
What do you like best about Funbridge?
The challenges, of course—I actually have a ton of them! It’s pretty fun to compare yourself with your friends. I also really enjoy all types of elimination tournaments!
Why have you decided to join Team Funbridge?
Because I really like playing on Funbridge and this is a great opportunity to take part in international events, and furthermore with friends.
