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Scot Hollie Davidson set to make history in South Africa vs Portugal Test

Hollie Davidson will make rugby union history on Saturday when she becomes the first woman to referee world champions South Africa in a Test match.

The National (Scotland)

Hollie Davidson set to make history as she referees South Africa v Portugal Test

The Springboks’ clash against Portugal takes place in Bloemfontein

The Independent UK

Ellie Kildunne says Great Britain can do ‘something special’ at Paris Olympics

Ciaran Beattie’s side face Ireland on July 28 in their opening pool match at the Stade de France and Kildunne’s sights are fixed on a medal.

The Independent UK

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Experimental Springboks Tackle Portuguese In Historic Test

The last time world champions South Africa played in Bloemfontein a team showing 14 changes suffered a shock first home loss to Wales two years ago.

International Business Times

PBs, tears and Rio memories drive retiring Du Toit

Australian rugby sevens mainstay Dominique Du Toit opens up on her decision to retire after the Paris Olympics later this month.

AAP

Chiefs RB Louis Rees-Zammit at training camp: “Rugby really prepared me for this”

Kansas City #Chiefs RB Louis Rees-Zammit at training camp: “Rugby really prepared me for this” | @EdEastonJr

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France rugby stars accused of rape placed under house arrest in Argentina

France international rugby players Hugo Auradou and Oscar Jegou were on Thursday facing a second day under house arrest as they await trial for on charges of raping a 39-year-old woman following France's match against Argentina on 6 July in Mendoza.

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‘A lot of pressure’: Naya Tapper and US rugby sevens aim for Paris gold rush

Like her men’s counterpart Kevon Williams, co-captain of women’s Eagles says Americans can find Olympic glory

The Guardian - US

Former All Blacks hooker Norm Hewitt passes away aged 55

The former rugby union hooker had been diagnosed with motor neurone disease

The Independent UK

On this day in 2018 – Sam Warburton forced to call time on rugby career aged 29

The former Wales and Lions captain had been suffering from injury.

The Independent UK

Cory Hill apologises for past ‘mistake’ as Wales appoint lock as captain for Queensland Reds clash

Hill was named among a group of men that damaged a woman’s house in Cardiff in 2021

The Independent UK

Private equity firm behind Six Nations rugby considers bid for Telegraph

Potential bid by CVC Capital Partners believed to be structured to back newspaper group’s management team

The Guardian - UK

Rugby union rookie Regan Grace handed Wales start against Queensland

The former rugby league star played twice for Bath last season.

The Independent UK

Martin Hannan: People always want more, just ask Gareth Southgate

That’s the trouble with professional sport: you might achieve one aim but people always set you a new and higher target.

The National (Scotland)

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Veteran rugby league caller David Morrow dies aged 71

Long-time rugby league caller David Morrow has died of brain cancer at age 71, just a week after his elevation to the NRL's hall of fame.

The Independent UK

The worrying biological changes found in rugby players who suffered several concussions

The study comes after it emerged that former All Blacks player Norm Hewitt died aged 55 with motor neurone disease

Zenger

France Rugby To Tighten Player Outing Rules After Alleged Sexual Assaults‌ In Argentina ‌

Florian Grill emphasizes stricter guidelines and accountability for players following recent incidents in Argentina.‌

Zenger

US Cities Vie For Rugby World Cup Hosting Rights In Historic North American Debut‌ ‌

Reps gather in Washington DC as World Rugby and USA Rugby pave the way for prestigious tournaments in 2031 and 2033.‌ ‌

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The Independent UK

French rugby head says 'chain of events is dramatic' after national team assault, racism claims

French Rugby Federation President Florian Grill has addressed allegations of sexual assault and racism against members of the national team on its tour of Argentina, saying the “chain of events is dramatic” for all involved

Zenger

Curtain Falls On New Zealand’s Former Hooker, Norm Hewitt ‌

Hewitt, known for his on-field prowess and off-field contributions, leaves a lasting legacy in the rugby world ‌

The Guardian - UK

Rugby union power rankings: Ireland top after epic win over world champions

New Zealand sit third after Scott Robertson’s strong start and England have work to do after a 2-0 defeat

The Guardian - UK

Woman wins payout after boss coughed in her face during Covid pandemic

Judge says Kevin Davies, father of Wales rugby star, set out to ‘ridicule and intimidate’ former employee

The Independent UK

Paris 2024 Olympics schedule and day-by-day events

Dates and times of all 329 events across 19 days in Paris this summer

The Guardian - UK

RFL considers reviving Great Britain Lions brand to replace England for tour

Senior rugby league officials are considering reviving the Great Britain brand to replace England for next year’s tour of Australia

The National (Scotland)

Scotland rugby star Stuart Hogg's domestic abuse trial moved to September

The trial of former Scotland rugby captain Stuart Hogg for alleged domestic abuse will take place in September, a court has heard.

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