Dimitri Yachvili
Rugby player with World Cup participation
Born
September 19th, 1980
44 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
France
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A rugby player specialized in the scrum-half position, participated in the 2003 and 2007 Rugby World Cups representing France. Played club rugby for Biarritz Olympique, where notable achievements included winning the Top 14 title in 2005 and the European Challenge Cup in 2006. Served as captain for the national team in various test matches.
Participated in the 2003 Rugby World Cup
Played for Biarritz Olympique
Won the Top 14 title in 2005
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