- Damian Penaud to continue France’s run in the Nations Championship after a narrow win.
- In the opening match against the New Zealand side, Penaud scored 41 points, but France still trailed by 34-32 at halftime.
- France did not score enough for Penaud; the win against Australia in Japan’s next match was by 18 points.
Wingman France’s Damian Penaud will continue his winning streak against Australia in the Nations Championship after a narrow victory, according to AP materials from L'Équipe. France’s side also admitted that they were unable to score in the match.
In the next match against New Zealand, France’s Penaud was able to score 34-32. Penaud scored 41 points for the win, but France still trailed by 34-32 at halftime.
In the materials it is noted that Penaud did not score against Australia in the next match against Japan in the Nations Championship by 18 points. France did not score enough for the draw.
According to L'Équipe, Penaud would be able to continue his winning streak after the Six Nations.