England edges France 26-25 in Six Nations thriller

England achieved a thrilling 26-25 victory over France in the Six Nations, ending France's Grand Slam hopes. Key to the win was Fin Smith, who, in his first Test start, demonstrated exceptional skill and composure, scoring the crucial conversion after Elliot Daly's last-minute try. Coach Steve Borthwick praised the team's resilience and highlighted the strong performance of the bench, which proved pivotal in turning the game. Despite multiple handling errors from both sides, England capitalized on their opportunities, with Smith's partnership with scrum-half Alex Mitchell contributing to their success. The win marks a significant boost for England, who had struggled with seven defeats in nine Tests prior to this match. Borthwick expressed optimism about the team's potential as they continue to build cohesion and confidence going forward.