French find answers as only they can

France 20 New Zealand 18: It's rare that you see elation on this scale and rarer still that you are as moved by the sheer bravery, impudence, concentration and daring of another country's success. Among the 71,000 in a rapt Cardiff on Saturday were a goodly chunk of Irish fans, many of whom were happy to indulge in the merited celebratory lap of honour by their, eh, fellow Europeans. Login or subscribe for more.

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