Rugby-Dupont undergoes light training as France prepare for Italy


FILE PHOTO: Rugby Union - Rugby World Cup 2023 - Pool A - France v Namibia - Orange Velodrome, Marseille, France - September 21, 2023 France's Antoine Dupont receives medical attention after sustaining an injury REUTERS/Peter Cziborra/File Photo

(Reuters) - Antoine Dupont trained on Sunday, a day after returning to the France World Cup squad following surgery on a broken cheekbone as the scrumhalf steps up his bid to take part in the quarter-finals.

The French captain trained with health manager Bruno Boussagol before kicking balls and running a few sprints.

The Star Festive Promo: Get 35% OFF Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Rugby

Rugby-Waratahs coach McKellar determined to keep Jorgensen fit for Super Rugby challenge
Rugby-Capuozzo back in Italian side to take on France
Rugby-France reshuffle second row for Six Nations clash with Italy
Rugby-Evergreen Slipper packs down for 200th Super Rugby match
Rugby-Crowley to start as Ireland head to Twickenham in search of form
Rugby-Wales select uncapped wing Hamer-Webb for visit of Scotland
Rugby-Furlong ridicule out of order, says Italy prop who gave him 'wings'
Rugby-Right royal mix-up - Princess Anne mistakes England prop Heyes for TV star Marler
Rugby-Hurricanes lose Love for start of Super Rugby season
Rugby-England's Arundell cleared to face Ireland

Others Also Read