In the current health crisis in France professional rugby has, like all sports, taken a large backward step. Clubs, coaches and players are doing all the right things while the Top 14 and Pro D2 are on indefinite hiatus. They are staying at home, and popping up on social media to promote good Covid- 19 practice.
Health and wellbeing comes first. Behind the scenes, the Ligue Nationale de Rugby has set up working groups to examine possible avenues for rescuing the coronavirus- hit season.
Cancelling the Top 14 and Pro D2 seasons remains a distinct possibility, but would cost the clubs an esti...