Castres (AFP)
Philippe Escalle, former winger of Castres Olympique, with whom he was champion of France in 1993, died on Saturday at the age of 51, we learned from a source close to the family.
Philippe Escalle, who had also played in Béziers, died after a heart attack during a cycling trip.
He was 51 years old and the father of two boys.
On Twitter, Rugbiterre, the association of supporters of Béziers expressed its emotion: "Terrible news on learning of the tragic disappearance of Philippe Escalle, Champion of France 2000 with Béziers (Elite 2), exemplary and faithful captain for many seasons, and former coach of @ ASBHOfficiel "
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