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France U20 Six Nations: Grand Slam Glory Over England

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France's Under-20 team secured their first Six Nations Grand Slam since 2014 with a thrilling 31-28 victory over England in La Rochelle. Les Bleus raced to a 21-0 lead within the first 26 minutes, scoring four tries including two by Dylan Cazemajou to clinch the bonus point and the title.

England mounted a spirited comeback through tries from Tyler Offiah, Jimmy Staples, and Elliot Williams, with Nick Lilley's converted try putting them briefly ahead. The match remained tense as France missed two penalty attempts to retake the lead, but Saracens wing Noah Caluori made a crucial try-saving tackle to deny Cazemajou a hat-trick.

A late try by Gabin Garault sealed the historic win for France, who claimed back-to-back Under-20 Six Nations titles for the first time. The victory avenged last year's defeat to England, which had denied the English team a Grand Slam and handed France the championship. Andy Titterrell's side finished third this year after losses to both Ireland and France.