Rough Justice: Giant Aussie teenager becomes latest star poached by French rugby

The Sydney Morning Herald - Nov 12, 2026

Australian under-18 captain Justice Taumoepeau has signed a three-year deal with French club Pau, while the Waratahs are in talks to bring another France-based young star, Lehopa Leota, back to Australia in 2027.

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