Old Olavian to play for France against the Springboks

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12 Nov 2026

A huge congratulations to Old Olavian, Aaron Grandidier-Nkanang, who has been named to start on the wing for France against South Africa at the Stade de France on Friday evening.

Aaron, 26, returns to the stadium where he helped France secure Olympic Rugby Sevens gold in 2024, and has since established himself as one of the leading wings in French rugby.

Now playing for Pau, he has become renowned for his excellence under the high ball.