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.
France produced a sterling performance in Dunedin which defied many ex-All Blacks' barbs about the strength of their touring squad…
The England lock is in superb form for Toulon, and plays in an area of Andy Farrell's squad not blessed with great depth.
Henry Chavancy may not be a household name but the Racing 92 talisman bade farewell after 17 years and one wonders if we'll see hi…
Bordeaux's response to Henry Pollock's antics and the reaction in France suggest the French do not 'get' tongue-in-cheek humour.
With former Test stars and record crowds, the ProD2 is a showcase for French rugby as the play-offs begin.
The Northampton and England backrow's confidence, verve and raw ability have raised eyebrows around the globe
While Vannes and Perpignan battle to avoid the drop, Stade Français and Racing 92 are also scrapping for survival.
The Investec Champions Cup holders look weary and devoid of attacking spark since being shorn of their totemic scrum-half.
After the golden years of Rougerie, Parra, Fofana and Keyser, Clermont's fall was swift but there are signs the tide is turning
There is a history of rancour and recriminations between France and New Zealand and this summer's Test series promises to be red-h…
ACL injuries are mentally challenging but Antoine Dupont's club-mate Jack Willis is proof players can come back even stronger.
Peter O'Mahony and Francois Cros play brilliantly effective if somewhat unheralded roles for Ireland and France.
A lack of execution under pressure made France's defeat by England the most demoralising of Fabien Galthié’s reign.
Jonah Lomu brought the advent of the behemoth on the wing but a new raft of jet-heeled, smaller wings has taken hold
Two returning players and French teams' results in Europe put Les Bleus in good heart despite injuries.
Rivals may be envious of Toulouse's budget but the French and European champions' success is not just about money.
England's top-flight is turning out soft players incapable of withstanding the pressures of international rugby.
After a summer of disharmony, Les Bleus are back in action with their talisman Antoine Dupont but there are problems from within t…
The RFU's policy on not selecting overseas-based stars deprives them of their most in-form player.
The England and Saracens legend is getting used to the quiet life in Brittany and inspiring the next generation of front rows
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