The Blues have been eliminated in the first round of the World Cup in Japan, after their defeat on Friday against Denmark, 20 to 18.

The French handball players, defending the title, were eliminated in the first round of the World Cup after their defeat against Denmark, 20 to 18, Friday in Kumamoto, Japan. For France, also European champion last year, this is the worst result achieved in a World Cup since 1995, a few months away from the Olympic Games.

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