Antoine Dupont Named in France Rugby Squad

Antoine Dupont has been named in the French rugby squad for the upcoming November tests, marking his return after a year-long absence since the 2023 Rugby World Cup quarter-final loss to South Africa. Coach Fabien Galthié announced a 42-player roster that includes eight uncapped players, as France prepares to face Japan, New Zealand, and Argentina. Dupont, who recently won an Olympic gold medal with the sevens team, missed the Six Nations and July internationals to focus on his Olympic aspirations. His Toulouse teammate Romain Ntamack will not play due to an ankle injury, leaving Dupont to potentially partner with Thomas Ramos or other options. Notable omissions from the squad include hooker Julien Marchand, while Galthié has included players like Gabin Villière and Tevita Tatafu, who showed promise in previous outings.