Does the time seem longer as the big date approaches?
Antoine Dupont:
The higher the stakes, the longer the weeks.
There is excitement and the desire to be on the pitch.
But we must also enjoy these last moments together.
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Are you aware that a Grand Slam will bring you into the history of the XV of France?
Yes, we are aware of it.
We all practice this sport to be able to experience these emotions and to be able to win titles.
We are inscribed on a line that goes beyond us.
When we win a trophy, we inscribe our name in the history of the team sport in which we are.
But we also want to write our own story...
“You
can feel the public becoming more and more motivated, energetic, to put it mildly, in the stands.
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You have already won a first victory: the massive return and the fervor of the supporters...
Yes.
The public trusted us.
The proof, the Stade de France has been sold out since the end of last year.
They hoped for the current scenario as much as we do.
We felt this fervor every time we played at home.
We feel the public more and more motivated, energetic, to put it mildly, in the stands.
It's something very important for us, an extra soul that we feel on the ground.
Do you already know what you are going to say to your teammates before the match?
We have already exchanged a lot in the week.
The whole team is aware of what is at stake, wants to be there, with the right state of mind.
When you feel that the team is ready, there is no need for many words.
Just a few instructions and the feeling of the present moment.
Statements taken at a press conference