Jack Willis is savouring his award as the Top 14’s best player last season. Honoured on Monday night at the Olympia, the England back-rower made no secret of his satisfaction to our colleagues from L’Equipe, Le Figaro and Rugbyrama, all present at the ceremony. “I am very, very happy and very proud to receive this trophy“, smiled the jackalling machine.

But an Englishman is also a good sport. Up against Louis Bielle-Biarrey (UBB) and his team-mate Thomas Ramos, Willis wanted to salute them too. “I want to congratulate Louis who had a very good season and would also have deserved the trophy. Just like Thomas, who is a very good guy, someone who has given me a lot of support since I arrived“.

Before adding, with a smile: “In fact, I voted for Thomas. He is a very good guy, a very good player, it is a pleasure to play with him, to work with him every day“. Classy. As a reminder, the England international (14 caps) arrived at Toulouse in 2022, after the liquidation of London Wasps. A tireless jackaller and an excellent tackler, the flanker or number 8 quickly built a reputation.