Maxime Médard

Rugby player, 2010 Grand Slam winner

Maxime Médard - Rugby player, 2010 Grand Slam winner
Born

November 16th, 1986
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

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Played rugby union in the position of fullback. Represented France in international competitions and earned over 60 caps. Contributed to France's victory in the 2010 Six Nations Championship, resulting in a Grand Slam. Played for the Toulouse club, securing multiple Top 14 titles and a European Rugby Champions Cup.

Scored 25 tries for the French national team

Won the Top 14 titles with Toulouse

Achieved Grand Slam in the 2010 Six Nations

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