Brendan Gallagher: Furious little bull who was as hard as nails
Imagine being a French rugby international in the tumultuous decade between 1971 and 1981, with huge Five Nations clashes every year, including games against Wales, New Zealand, and Australia.
The French selectors were also notoriously volatile during this period, and the demands of the French club season took a toll on the players' bodies.
A standing ovation and bravo to Roland Bertranne, who passed away last week aged 75.
Miraculous: Between 1971 to 1981, Roland Bertranne persevered through the challenges of French rugby.
Author's summary: Tribute to Roland Bertranne, a French rugby legend.
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