Six Nations Championship

British

noun

rugby Union the annual competition involving national sides representing England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, and Wales. Until the admission of Italy in 2000, it was known as the Five Nations Championship

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Scotland coach Gregor Townsend breathed a sigh of relief after his side's nail-biting 26-23 win over Wales on Saturday kept them in the reckoning for the Six Nations championship.

From Barron's

France secured the Six Nations championship with a flourish - and quashed England's hopes - by ultimately overpowering a dogged Scotland in Paris.

From BBC

Gloucester number eight Zach Mercer says he is "done" with England for now after missing out on selection for the forthcoming Six Nations Championship.

From BBC

After two rounds of matches, the 2023 Women's Six Nations championship is split down the middle.

From BBC

England have appointed Nick Evans as attack coach on a short-term deal for the 2023 Six Nations Championship.

From BBC

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