The French women’s national team secured a significant victory in Bordeaux, defeating New Zealand 14-5 in the World Championship final. This win marks the squad's first tournament title since the Paris Games. Their performance demonstrated mastery in the final outing. The squad also finished the tournament in fifth place overall, following a win against the Fijian team in a classification match. Coach Benoît Baby noted that the victory, achieved despite an otherwise average season, is a major milestone for the program. The selection also recognized individual talent when Anaïck Konyi was named the revelation of the year, and Alycia Christiaens was selected for the team type.
In Women's Élite 1 club rugby, ASM Romagnat currently leads the standings and is set to challenge Blagnac for a spot in the final phase. The other semi-final will pit Stade Toulousain against Stade Bordelais.
““This medal must lead to other things.” – Benoît Baby
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