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Damian Penaud
RugbyWing|Clermont Auvergne
FranceSeptember 25, 1996
Biography
Damian Penaud is France's record try scorer in test rugby, a devastating finisher with pace, power, and instinctive try-scoring ability. His father, Alain Penaud, also played for France, making them one of rugby's most celebrated father-son combinations. Penaud's ability to score from anywhere on the pitch has made him one of the most dangerous wings in world rugby.
Career Timeline
2017career
France debut against New Zealand at age 21
2022achievement
Part of France Grand Slam-winning squad
2023achievement
Became France's all-time leading try scorer
Achievements
2022
Part of France Grand Slam-winning squad
2023
Became France's all-time leading try scorer
In The News
Jalibert Shifts to Fullback as France Reshape for Wallabies
Rugby UnionJul 9
Meredith in Line for Wallabies Debut at No.10 vs France
Rugby UnionJul 8
All Blacks Edge France 34-32 to Launch Rennie Era in Style
Rugby UnionJul 6
Penaud Recalled as France Name Provisional Tour Squad
Rugby UnionJun 21
"It's Unreal": Ex-Wallabies Wing Salesi Rayasi on His Pro D2-to-Champions Cup Bordeaux Journey
Rugby UnionMay 23
"Too Tall a Mountain": Caelan Doris Confronts Leinster's Fifth Champions Cup Final Defeat
Rugby UnionMay 23
"Felicitations Bordeaux": 41-19 Demolition of Leinster Seals Back-to-Back Champions Cup Glory in Bilbao
Rugby UnionMay 23
"502 Passes": How Jalibert, Bielle-Biarrey and Gibson-Park Define the Bilbao Champions Cup Final
Rugby UnionMay 23