Antoine Dupont

Antoine Dupont has established himself as a central figure in international rugby, transitioning from a standout player to a World Player of the Year and Olympic gold medalist. After securing an Olympic Gold Medal in Rugby Sevens for France at the Paris 2024 Games and leading the team to the 2023-24 HSBC SVNS series title, Antoine Dupont has solidified his status as one of international rugby’s most decorated athletes. His foundational professional career began with Castres, a first-division team, before making a significant move to Stade Toulousain in 2017. With Stade Toulousain, Dupont quickly became integral to their success, contributing to five Top 14 titles and two prestigious European Rugby Champions Cups, including a win in 2021.

His exceptional performance at club level led to his selection for the French national team in 2017, marking the beginning of an illustrious international career in the 15-a-side format. Dupont consistently delivered at the highest level in international 15s rugby, earning the Player of the Championship title at the Six Nations tournaments in 2020, 2022, and 2023. In 2022, he proudly captained France to their first Six Nations Grand Slam in over a decade, a testament to his formidable leadership and skill. His unparalleled individual performance in 2021 was recognized with the prestigious World Rugby Men’s 15s Player of the Year award.

Across his remarkable career, Dupont has amassed an impressive array of titles, including five Top 14 titles, two European Rugby Champions Cups, two Six Nations Championships, the 2023–24 SVNS series, and an Olympic Gold Medal. His unique ability to dominate both the 15-a-side and Sevens formats, coupled with his consistent individual accolades and transformative leadership, firmly establishes Antoine Dupont as a truly exceptional and generational talent in global rugby.