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Play like Christo Popov

Men's Singles FRA #4 MS

Attacking · speed

b. 2002-03-08 179 cm Full bio → BWF profile
  • 2024 German Open (Super 300) — Winner (def. Rasmus Gemke)
  • 2024 Hylo Open (Super 300) — Winner (def. Toma Junior Popov)
  • 2025 BWF World Tour Finals — Winner (def. Shi Yuqi); first French player to win the title
  • 2025 European Championships — Men's doubles Gold (with Toma Junior Popov)
  • 2026 German Open (Super 300) — Winner (def. Toma Junior Popov)
  • 2026 European Championships — Men's singles Gold (def. Anders Antonsen)
  • 2020 European Junior Championships — Boys' singles Gold
Attacking · speed

Even-balance frames for all-court versatility, paired with a stiff shaft for sharp, controlled power.

Ranked by how closely each frame's balance and flex match the profile above — not by who's sponsored to use them. 100% = an exact fit for the style. Grouped by tier so you can pick at your own level.

Yonex Arcsaber 11 Pro
Yonex Arcsaber 11 Pro
Even Balance ·Stiff ·Advanced
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Christo Popov's Yonex Arcsaber 11 Pro is a pro-tier signature — built for an elite swing. Here is that same chassis stepped through each tier, so an intermediate or club player can buy into the line at the level they'll actually enjoy.