Top 14 rugby semi‑finalists resume training ahead of September season start

From Monday, the Top 14 semi‑finalist clubs began their pre‑season preparations ahead of the French championship’s first weekend in September. Paris‑based Stade Français will reconvene at the Camp des Loges, while Racing 92’s squad gathers in Plessis‑Robinson. Montpellier starts training early in the week, followed by a larger group joining on Thursday, and the Ernest‑Wallon side will phase its return starting Monday.

The clubs are balancing rest and work to ensure peak condition for the league restart, where the defending champions aim to maintain their dominance after winning five of six opening matches since 2020. The full squad roster is expected to be completed by mid‑August, allowing a final training camp in Catalonia before the season‑opening clash against La Rochelle.