As captain Marlie Packer lifted the Six Nations trophy into the Bordeaux air, there was a dizzying sense of deja vu. This was England’s sixth successive Six Nations title and a third consecutive Grand Slam. Their dominance in this competition is simply unparalleled, not just in rugby but in sport.]]>
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England completed their grand slam quest in Bordeaux, the visitors scoring six tries – two from Alex Matthews – to earn a 21-point victory over FranceJohn Mitchell speaks to BBC TV. The Red Roses coach urges his side: “We must keep the emotions calm so people can be decisive under pressure.” But he’s also keen for a challenge. “Today will be a different story [than against Ireland]. Today will be an arm-wrestle and we’re ready for it. We can’t wait.”It’s dry in Bordeaux! (insert wine pun of your...
Ticket prices for home fixtures could be raised as England continue to lead the way on and off the pitch
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France 21-42 England: A sixth consecutive Six Nations crown was secured by a brilliant win in front of a hostile Bordeaux crowd
The 34-year-old pop singer put on a stunning performance at the Stade Chaban-Delmas as the Rugby Red Roses look to a sixth consecutive title and a third straight Grand Slam in Bordeaux.
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England beat France in Bordeaux to retain their Six Nations crown for a sixth successive championship
England’s women’s side face France in Bordeaux on Saturday. Brian Ashton led England’s men’s side to the 2007 World Cup final. John Mitchell’s team have scored 38 tries in their four wins in Six Nations