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France U20: Garault Stars in Historic Win Over Baby Blacks to Reach Final

From Le Figaro · () French

Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • France's U20 rugby team defeated New Zealand's Baby Blacks 26-22 in a World Cup semi-final, securing a spot in the final.
  • Prop Gabin Garault was a standout player, scoring two tries and showcasing his power in the scrums.
  • The French team's physical dominance, particularly in the mauls, was a key factor in their victory, avenging a loss to New Zealand in the previous year's semi-final.

France's U20 rugby team, the Bleuets, has reached the World Championship final after a hard-fought 26-22 victory over New Zealand's Baby Blacks in Tbilisi. Prop Gabin Garault was instrumental in the win, scoring two tries through powerful mauls that New Zealand struggled to contain.

The man of the success of the Bleuets against the Baby Blacks (26-22), Saturday in Tbilisi, in the semi-final of the U20 World Championship.

— Le FigaroDescribing Gabin Garault's pivotal role in the victory.

Garault's performance highlighted the French pack's dominance throughout the match. Despite a shaky start, the Bleuets gradually imposed their physical game, overwhelming the Baby Blacks in the set pieces and breakdowns. Fullback Léo Guillaud also delivered a stellar performance, consistently threatening the New Zealand defense with his dynamic runs and precise kicking.

Two almost identical tries, concluded at the end of perfectly mastered carried balls, where he showed all his power.

— Le FigaroDetailing Gabin Garault's try-scoring performance.

This victory marks a significant moment for the French U20 team, as they avenge their semi-final loss to New Zealand in the previous year's tournament. The team, already three-time world champions (2018, 2019, 2023), now aims for a fourth title in the final against England or South Africa.

A very high-level performance that confirms all his potential despite his young age.

— Le FigaroCommenting on Gabin Garault's overall contribution.

However, the win was not without its blemishes. The article notes a "downpour of errors" from the French side, indicating areas for improvement despite their impressive physical performance and the crucial victory.

The fullback of the French XV delivered a high-flying performance.

— Le FigaroDescribing Léo Guillaud's impactful play.
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Originally published by Le Figaro in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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