Emmanuel Macron hoping for a Grand Slam election bounce
Sport and politics do mix, and sometimes decide elections, which is why Emmanuel Macron is praying for French success in the Six N…
Few Anglophone rugby writers have such an intimate (and painful) knowledge of French rugby as Gavin Mortimer. Having been gouged, butted and stamped during two seasons as a player in the deep south of the country, Gavin now prefers the more sedate pastime of writing about the state of the game in France. Over the years he’s interviewed the likes of Bernard Laporte, Frederic Michalak and Antoine Dupont, and he also provides co-commentary for Canal Plus’s English language coverage of the Top 14.
Sport and politics do mix, and sometimes decide elections, which is why Emmanuel Macron is praying for French success in the Six N…
New laws state that professional rugby players in France are no longer free to play if they haven't been triple vaccinated
The little-known players toiling in the shadows of giants.
The name and the accent are Irish but the heart of rising Toulouse star Josh Brennan belongs to France
When French secret service agents sunk Greenpeace’s Rainbow Warrior in Auckland Harbour in 1985, they fuelled a long rivalry wit…
Antoine Dupont is already the greatest player in French rugby history. Can he keep his focus as the spotlight intensifies?
It’s not fair to France that referees speak only English but will World Rugby translate that into action?
Montpellier owner Mohed Altrad has overcome a traumatic upbringing to become rugby's biggest powerbroker
The dynasty built by Mourad Boudjellal has crumbled since he opted out and it is a shadow of its former self
France lost a tight series Down Under but there were enough longer-term positives to please coach Fabien Galthié
A callow French squad prepare to embark on their grinding voyage to Australia
After a decade of decline, Toulouse are on the brink of a new era of European domination.
Nick Abendanon is a shining example of how overseas players should adapt to life in France
Little-known coach Didier Retière has led the revival in France's fortunes
For all France's development, they will not win the next World Cup without a top-class goal-kicker.
After a decade of turmoil, things are finally looking up for Les Bleus.
Bernard Le Roux has been given a new lease of life by France's youngsters
Les Bleus are looking to Pacific territories for talent, but will it bring heartbreak for young players in France?
A rash of Top 14 red cards, has seen many French commentators call for more flair and less flare
Gabriel Ibitoye left Harlequins for a new challenge and he's making headlines at Agen