Here is an interesting site on petanque in France. More of an insider view from someone who has participated in tournaments, reported on events, interviewed key personnel, etc.
Click on this
LINK to read interesting write-ups from the site, e.g about the famous La Marseillaise competition at Parc Borely and the Old Port. It's an annual free-attendance competition that involve thousands and is sponsored by the French national daily, La Marseillaise.
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| Parc Borely during competition time. |
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| The finals court in front of the town hall and port. |
