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Galthié Says Retired Prop Atonio Will Inspire France’s Six Nations Squad

On Tuesday, France coach Fabien Galthié said Uini Atonio will inspire the two players responsible for the tighthead prop position, praising his resilience in training.
After suffering a heart attack last week, Uini Atonio was hospitalized and needs further surgery, forcing him out of international rugby ahead of France's March 14 match.
Dorian Aldegheri has replaced Atonio at tighthead after three replacement appearances last season, and Galthié said `Dorian now shows real command of the position` while R�gis Montagne develops as backup.
France begins its Six Nations title defense on Thursday at the Stade de France against Ireland, accelerating squad changes after Atonio’s heart attack removed him from likely tighthead selection.
Beyond this season, Uini Atonio's achievements with France include winning two Six Nations titles, two European Cups, and demonstrating perseverance Galthié highlighted as his lasting legacy.

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Galthié says retired prop Atonio will inspire France's Six Nations squad

France coach Fabien Galthié says Uini Atonio will inspire the props who follow him in France colors after his forced retirement from rugby because of serious heart issues.

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"He Didn't Leave Anything Behind", Fabien Galthie Very Moved at the Time to Evoke the End of the Career of Uini Atonio

The French rugby has a heavy heart. While he should have challenged Ireland this Thursday, Uini Atonio saw his career stop abruptly following a heart attack last week. In the margins of the announcement of the composition of the Blues, the selector Fabien Galthie took the floor to greet an exceptional player who ...

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