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French rugby player Thibaud Flament missed a major international match to support his wife during fertility treatments, sparking an important conversation about how common these journeys are. His openness is helping break the silence around a process millions quietly navigate.
Eleven years after a six-year-old's passionate anthem singing went viral, Harry Westlake is training with England's Under-18 rugby squad. The boy who once asked captain Chris Robshaw if he was ready might finally get to play alongside his heroes.
Four matches at Bristol's Ashton Gate Stadium brought £47.7 million into the local economy, the highest total of any host city outside London. Over 92,000 fans from around the world filled hotels, restaurants, and shops while celebrating women's rugby.
Brighton's gamble on hosting the Women's Rugby World Cup paid off big time, delivering nearly £29 million to local businesses and inspiring over 2,000 girls to try rugby. The tournament sold out both matches, with locals snagging 62% of tickets to see world-class teams play in their own backyard.
France rugby player Thibaud Flament made headlines by skipping a major Six Nations match to support his wife through time-sensitive fertility treatment. His openness about the decision is helping break the silence around infertility struggles.
Brighton's hosting of the Women's Rugby World Cup last summer delivered a stunning £28.5 million boost to the local economy while inspiring thousands of women and girls to try rugby. The tournament turned out to be the most successful Women's Rugby World Cup in history.
The 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup in England brought $399 million to local economies and tripled attendance, proving women's sports can deliver massive returns. The tournament's success created a new blueprint that Australia and the USA will follow for future events.
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Two teenage rugby players, just 18 and 19 years old, have been called up to train with South Africa's world champion Springboks. Coach Rassie Erasmus is building a bridge between today's champions and tomorrow's stars.
The 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup in England shattered attendance records with nearly half a million fans and generated £295 million in economic impact. A stunning 75% of young women who engaged with the tournament said they felt more motivated to be active afterward.
The 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup just delivered a £31.7 million economic boost to Exeter, while inspiring nearly 60,000 fans and motivating thousands of girls to get active. It's the most successful tournament in the competition's history, proving that investing in women's sports pays off for everyone.
The 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup just became the most-attended edition ever, drawing nearly half a million fans and proving women's sports are reaching new heights. The final alone set a global record with over 81,000 cheering fans packed into London's stadium.
Rugby legend Piri Weepu is using his platform to save lives, reminding New Zealand that even the best cannonball means nothing if you can't swim. His message comes as drowning remains the country's top recreational killer, but youth drowning rates hit historic lows thanks to swim education.
The Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 in England just proved women's sports are an economic powerhouse, generating nearly £295 million while shattering attendance records and inspiring a generation. This wasn't just a tournament—it was a turning point.
Scotland pulled off an incredible comeback, erasing a 15-point deficit to beat Wales 26-23 in one of the most thrilling Six Nations matches in recent memory. The dramatic win keeps Scotland's championship hopes alive and marks their fourth straight victory over Wales for the first time in 99 years.
Ireland delivered their biggest victory ever against England at Twickenham, winning 42-21 to keep their championship dreams alive. The dominant performance showcased Irish rugby at its finest while reigniting hope for fans across the nation.
Pittsburgh is among 27 cities competing to host matches from the 2031 Men's Rugby World Cup and 2033 Women's Rugby World Cup, events that draw hundreds of thousands of fans worldwide. The tournaments could fill Acrisure Stadium for multiple weekends and showcase the city on a global stage.
A small town scholarship program is transforming its mission from giving modest awards to potentially covering a student's entire first year of college. Rugby Dollars for Scholars just launched an endowment fund with a goal of reaching $3-5 million.
After more than a decade away, Bradford Bulls returned to rugby league's top tier and celebrated with a commanding 28-10 victory over Catalans Dragons. The historic homecoming marks a triumphant new chapter for the club and its loyal fans.
After 12 years away from top-flight rugby, Bradford Bulls returned to Odsal stadium and crushed Catalans Dragons 28-10 in an emotional comeback victory. The team's first Super League home win since 2014 marks a triumphant return from financial collapse.
Rugby star Mikey Lewis helped Hull KR clinch their first-ever World Club Challenge title just one week after a costly mistake nearly derailed his season. The 30-24 victory over Brisbane Broncos marked a historic moment for English rugby league.
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