The French rugby team dominated headlines early Sunday with their Six Nations triumph over Scotland (35-16), securing their second championship under coach Galthié. Celebrations featured Dupont on crutches amid festivities at Stade de France.
By midday, Prime Minister Bayrou firmly rejected proposals to return the retirement age to 62 years, maintaining the current 64-year threshold despite international pressure. This stance triggered immediate backlash from unions, left-wing parties, and the National Rally.
Formula 1 coverage reported Lando Norris winning the rain-soaked Australian Grand Prix while French driver Hadjar crashed out.
International news focused on Russia-US diplomatic discussions regarding Ukraine ceasefire steps, deadly tornadoes in the US, and a Macedonian nightclub fire killing 59 people.
The evening concluded with PSG defeating Marseille 3-1 in the "Classique" before news broke of Belgian actress Emilie Dequenne's death from cancer at 43.