England Women Win Third Rugby World Cup at Twickenham
England's Red Roses captured their third Rugby World Cup title with a dominant 33-13 victory over Canada in front of a record 81,885 fans at Twickenham. Despite their team bus breaking down on the way to celebrate at Windsor Castle, the champions still made it to a royal reception with the Princess of Wales.
England's women's rugby team just proved that nothing can stop champions, not even a broken-down bus on the way to meet royalty.
The Red Roses claimed their third Rugby World Cup title in September, defeating Canada 33-13 in front of a sold-out Twickenham Stadium. The record crowd of 81,885 spectators witnessed history as England added to their 1994 and 2014 championship wins.
Princess Kate, who serves as patron of the Rugby Football Union, hosted the team at Windsor Castle to celebrate their triumph. She followed the squad throughout their campaign, cheering from the stands during their pool match victory against Australia in Brighton and even joining the players for a celebratory sing-song in the changing rooms after one match.
The team's journey to the castle hit an unexpected bump when their coach broke down, forcing them to miss a private tour. True to their championship spirit, they arrived anyway and celebrated with the World Cup trophy taking center stage at the royal reception.
The Ripple Effect
The victory sparked celebrations across England and recognition at the highest levels. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer praised the team for showing "the very best of England" and inspiring a generation. Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch called it an incredible performance and a proud moment for the country.
Several team members received honors in the New Year Honours list for their contributions to rugby. Captain Zoe Stratford, double World Cup winner Marlie Packer, and head coach John Mitchell all received OBE awards. Vice-captain Megan Jones, standout back row Sadia Kabeya, and Sports Personality of the Year nominee Ellie Kildunne were awarded MBEs.
The record attendance at Twickenham signals the growing popularity of women's rugby in England. The 81,885 fans who packed the stadium represented more than just support for a team; they showed how far women's sports have come in capturing the nation's attention and imagination.
Their World Cup victory continues to inspire young athletes across the country, proving that dedication and teamwork can achieve remarkable results.
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