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June 10, 2026 · 448 views

A boule that touches an outside object: what to do?

A dog, a ball, a boule from the neighbouring game, a spectator… When a boule touches an outside object, what do the rules say?...

June 10, 2026 · 419 views

The invisible mistakes in doublette

Missed boules, everyone sees them. Bad decisions, no one — except the score. Counting the boules, choosing shooting or pointing,...

June 10, 2026 · 500 views

Playing under pressure: what really changes in your game

Sweaty hands, an action that tenses up, easy boules missed at the end of a game… Under pressure, your body, your action and your...

June 6, 2026 · 480 views

Body positioning that influences the trajectory

June 6, 2026 · 480 views

Pétanque: Why do some teams win without being better?

Some teams regularly beat technically superior opponents. It

June 6, 2026 · 534 views

The importance of timing in the throw

June 6, 2026 · 397 views

Can you dispute a measurement? What the rules really say

June 6, 2026 · 353 views

The signs that show you're going to miss your shot

Even before the boule leaves, certain signals clearly indicate the shot will miss. Body, mind, decision, action: Paquita...

June 6, 2026 · 367 views

The "useless" point: a frequent strategic mistake

Pointing without thinking about what the boule will actually change — the

June 6, 2026 · 363 views

Playing the second boule: advantage or pressure?

The second boule is the only one in the end played with real terrain information. An advantage to exploit or extra pressure to...

June 6, 2026 · 402 views

The role of your partner's gaze in decision-making

A partner's gaze can validate, doubt, paralyse or reassure — often without

June 6, 2026 · 376 views

Pétanque: Why do some players crumble at the end of a game?

Playing well for 10 ends then