Philippe Escalle, a former Castres Olympique winger, with whom he was French champion in 1993, died on Saturday at the age of 51, AFP learned from a source close to the family.
Philippe Escalle, who had also played in Béziers, died after a heart attack during a cycling trip.
He was 51 years old and the father of two boys.
On Twitter, Rugbiterre, the association of supporters of Béziers expressed his emotion: “Terrible news on learning of the tragic death of Philippe Escalle, Champion of France 2000 with Béziers (Elite 2), exemplary and faithful captain for many seasons, and former trainer of @ ASBHOfficiel ”.
⚫️ Terrible news on learning of the tragic disappearance of Philippe Escalle, Champion of France 2000 with Béziers (Elite 2), exemplary and faithful captain for many seasons, and former coach of the @ASBHOfficielpic.twitter.com/p4moTek7Qa
- Rugbiterre (@Rugbiterre) September 5, 2020
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